So finally, after a couple of years being terrified of writing thoughts straight out of my head, I promised myself to do this at least once a day, and see where it takes me.
It’s 2010, I’ve been reflecting on 2009 for the past few days, and it’s high time I focus on what I plan to do for the next year. Since this is the New Year, it’s appropriate that I write out as a list:
1. Pay more attention to my health
This is a no brainer, because even if I had a rockstar lifestyle, supreme confidence in myself and at the same time humble, and wealthy enough to travel for the next 10 years, it won’t matter if I feel like crap and if my body keeps on breaking down all the time. Not that it does, but aches and pains that used to take an hour or two to go aways seems to be lingering around longer. How do I do this? Let’s see, walking, doing that couch to 5k running thing more often, and try to at least exercise at LEAST 20-30 mins a day. That’s not too much, really, isn’t it?
2. Do a bit of meditation everyday, along with doing a regular yoga practice.
I’ve found that to take at least 10 minutes of quiet anytime, anywhere is possibly the greatest asset anyone can have. It helps with the bad times, and it makes you take a moment to appreciate the good.
3. Letting fear get in the back seat, instead of letting it drive, which I realized I’ve been doing my whole life. Hope has a better sense of direction anyway.
Hah, I can go on for hours on this, but for now, all I can say is this, Not doing things you’ve always wanted to do because you were afraid is safe, but incredibly sucky.
4. Thank and appreciate people more often.
Some of this is part of no. 3. Whenever I read a blog posts that I agree, admire, or find myself nodding to. I always want to write off a quick little thank you note to the author, but end up writing nothing because, sheez, why would he/she want to hear from me? I sometimes don’t write because I fear I will contribute nothing to the conversation, and will seem silly posting. Enough of THAT!
5. Look through the world with a compassionate eye, not with a critical one.
Crap this WILL be hard, but doable. It’s funny how your mood/feelings can color your entire perception of life, don’t you think? I’ve recently learned how you see the world, how you interact with it is entirely your own choice. With this in mind, I think I can face the challenges of 2010 with a clear head, instead of hiding under the covers a lot.
6. Oh, and when writing a blog post, Try not to fight the urge to hit the delete post button, which I do ALL THE TIME. I really can learn a lot about myself if I have things written down, and honestly, my writing skills are, at best, competent, when they’re not just drivel. I’ve always loved writing and creating, this is the best chance to improve myself on a daily basis.
So with that in mind, I wish all of you a Happy New Year, and may this year find you filled with moments of joy and happiness.
