I’m in transition and not worried about it. You see, I’m leaving my faculty position (in 6 days), after five and half years, to coach full-time. Yay!
I was enjoying part-time coaching, but that was not enough for me. I love working with people, supporting them in moving forward, helping them actualize their dreams, and guiding them toward their path of bliss.
Coaching fuels me in a way my faculty position did not. I struggled a bit when I came to this realization because I had worked so hard, during my formal education, to build my academic credibility. My identity was wrapped up in a linear path toward excellence and fulfillment. I kept telling myself this was working for me, but nope, it wasn’t.
What I learned about myself, when I decided to launch my fulltime coaching practice, was that I needed more freedom – more freedom to create, write, dream, support people, and play. I lose time when I’m working on my practice, coaching amazing clients, creating workshops, making products, and learning.
2011 has been a year of growth, joy, and peace for me; leaping into 2012 feels even more delicious. As I look ahead, I find myself dancing around to tunes I’ve made up in my own head. I get a surge of energy in my gut that has me skipping around and walking on my tippy toes. I feel myself becoming a joy magnet because I’m no longer settling. I’m living my dream, without a scary-long and boring “to do” list, and paying attention to daily miracles.
Life is good and I plan on living boldly for 366 days in 2012!
Here are 52 ways we can all live boldly in 2012.
Give fear the middle finger.
Fire your “representative”. You are amazing; therefore you don’t have to censor yourself to be more acceptable to others. If others don’t see or recognize this, too bad.
Get your playtime on.
Develop the underused side of your brain (right or left).
Nurture your creativity.
Subscribe to a magazine or blog that supports your hobby/hobbies.
Tell yourself your truth.
Make nice with your body.
Prioritize your self-care.
Escape from your negative thought prison.
Make your own rules for your life.
Stay open.
Acknowledge your inner power.
Leap over quicksand. (You can define what your personal quicksand may be.)
Be mindful.
Ask for help.
Don’t be an approval junkie.
Skip around when you feel like it.
Write daily, weekly, month (you choose) love letters to yourself.
Fall apart when you need to – and then get back on your path of passion.
Read the books you want to read.
Surround yourself with positivity.
Take a break. Allow or schedule time to do nothing.
Eat slowly.
Kick perfectionism to the curb.
Let it go. Forgive yourself and others.
Smile.
Focus on what you CAN do.
Share your dreams, with others, as often as you can. Who cares if they don’t get it?
Ditch multitasking.
Declutter your living space.
Get your money/finances in order.
Use positive “self-talk”.
Celebrate fun and wacky holidays. Create your own.
Take a day off from work (whatever work is for you) and be a tourist in your hometown/home city.
Volunteer for a cause/group that you believe in.
You’re an expert at something, so write a 5 page (or more) “how to” guide. Publish and share it.
Be present and focus on what really matters to you.
Set daily intentions.
Spend time, daily, in nature.
Meditate – start with 5 minutes and work your way up to more time.
Say NO and don’t feel badly about it.
Develop appropriate boundaries with family members (or friends) who try to distract you from your awesome-ness.
Make yourself happy – yup, you can totally do it.
Analyze your thought-process and make sure what you are thinking is your truth.
Practice active listening – you will learn a lot.
Get your health in order. See the appropriate healthcare professionals regularly.
Unplug on a daily basis.
Form a monthly group with people who will help you move closer to your goals. Topic of group…TBD by you.
Practice gratitude.
Ditch your “to do” list if it’s holding you back or making you miserable.
The first 52 people who post their list (10 or more items) in the comment section of this post or on Facebook – will receive a free copy of my eWorkbook – Leaping Into 2012 / 52 Ways to Live Boldly. (The eWorkbook will be available on January 1, 2012.)
ten things:
1. Run more- make time for me and not feel guilty about it. Its my time to connect with my body, my breathing, me.
2. Cook what I want to- yes, I can have breakfast for dinner, or even dessert. Enjoy and play with food.
3. Continue to sit at the table for dinner with my family. Find questions that spur discussion. Try one each night. Enjoy togetherness.
4. Get back to book club with my girlfriends- even if I don’t read the book.
5. Follow my passion in education- reading, working, coaching.
6. Take more pictures.
7. Boudiour photo shoot- 40 can look beautiful, right?
8. Run a marathon. Seems impossible. Reach it.
9. Sleep.
10. Sips of red wine. Slow down. Mmmmmm.
11. Romance with my husband. Date night reincarnated.
Bold Living List:
1. Read more consistently.
2. Go skiing – at least once.
3. Go on a vacation to someplace I haven’t been before.
4. Schedule a facial.
5. Volunteer.
6. Practice yoga and pilates.
7. De-clutter.
8. Prioritize.
9. Develop my mission statement.
10. Learn how to put songs on my iPod!!!!!
1. Be honest with myself, even when it hurts.
2. Control temptations
3. Worry less
4. Let things go
5. Be late
6. Put myself in the other persons shoes
7. Inspire others
8. Make a child smile
9. Make an adult cry tears of joy
10. Unplug often
1. Attempt to journal more.
2. Physically write letters to people in my life.
3. Look for the positive in all situations.
4. Organize my massive music collection.
5. Find more creative ways to engage my children in learning.
6. Get a pedicure. (I hear they are AMAZING)
7. Complete application to divinity school.
8. Walk more.
9. Enjoy moments of silence and solitude.
10. Go see my favorite band live. (Mint Condition)
2. Talk to myself – not in the crazy sort of way, but to become my own best friend who will listen and help me work things out.
3. Set daily (weekly/ monthly) goals; open up and see what happens.
4. Surf.
5. Come back to the US when I want to, not because I NEED to.
6. Cry when I need to.
7. Laugh REALLY hard at something as often as possible.
8. Unsubscribe from things/ people/ ideas that are holding me back or getting in the way of my dreams/ goals.
9. Nurture my musical side.
10. Continue the battle against acquiring crap – mainly physical stuff, but also junk that clutters my mental space. Also, get rid of the clutter – again, physical AND mental.
1. Sleep enough, eat well, & exercise to feel good in my body
2. Run the Tough Mudder in August
3. Put work aside to spend time snowshoeing, hiking, climbing 14ers with my family
4. Be true to my convictions despite others’ opinions
5. Wear a dress I truly feel pretty in to my son’s wedding rather than a what’s expected
6. Make time for a vacation
7. Make new friends and treasure the old
8. Allow others to be themselves and love them for it
9. Believe in my abilities
10. Trust that this is the moment I am to live in
1. Buy my own house that fits my needs (a big change from an apartment)
2. Learn how to shoot movies and produce independent movies.
3. Finish and submit my novels for mass publication.
4. Get back into the dating game, have fun dating, and find HIM.
5. Get myself back into optimal health.
6. Go back to the gym and stay in shape.
7. Go on a long road trip in my new vehicle.
8. Listen to and trust my wild and wily feminine intuition.
9. Get a passport and go visit South Korea (my birthplace) and other countries.
10. Successfully establish my profitable creative solopreneurship!!!!!!
1. Take one hour a day to self sooth – read, long bath, TV, journal, craft, etc.
2. Think about buying a piano and reviving my old piano days.
3. Set daily intentions – I like that one.
4. Be calm, &; consistent w/ my kids. Give myself a time out when you need to & ask M for help if needed.
5. Reject negative thoughts & continue pursue this private practice that I’ve been talking about….w/ gusto.
6. Slow down & remind myself that I don’t have to get everything done. Appreciate the good life I’ve got.
7. More Derby!
8. Continue the healthy eating – it’s really not that hard! Hobbies instead of snacking.
9. Find a place to volunteer w/ the kids
8. Make quality time to spend w/ M
1. Have quality not quantity time with my children.
2. Stamp out the negative voice in my head once and for all.
3. Get a professional makeover for fun.
4. Take up running…and try my very first 5K.
5. Set aside time for my own interests, not just my children’s.
6. Set aside a date night each month to reconnect with my husband.
7. Find my dream job.
8. Continue to balance the budget.
9. Stop being my own biggest critic.
10. Look for the best in people.
Ok, here’s my “at least” TEN:
1. Improve my “sleep Hygiene”.
2. Take a lot of pictures.
3. Write consistently on my blog = My Family: Mom, Boy, Girl
4. Take time to go to the Rec building and exercise…maybe walk…maybe just sit in the HOT TUB! ahhhh
5. Read a fun book or two.
6. Spend time with grown-ups.
7. Find the time to cook healthy food instead of grabbing just anything because it’s quick.
8. Eat breakfast at home.
9. Ask for help when I need it. THen, when given help – don’t feel BAD about having asked. (the person who is helping is doing it bc they want to).
10. Remember less is more. Less “stuff” = Less clutter = MORE peaceful.
1. Don’t accept what doesn’t feel good to you
2. Always keep your goals in mind
3. Stay prayerful
4.Splurge on yourself every once in awhile
5. Pay your credit card bills every month
6. Remember what someone else thinks of you is none of your business, and should not affect how you view yourself
7. Go with your first mind, it’s usually your best choice
8. Openly discuss life with close friends and family even when it maybe shameful/painful; cause its one of the best therapy tools we all have
9. Get sexy for no special reason
10. Don’t hold back tastefully speak your mind
1) What we permit, we promote. Say it again. Now stop promoting. AKA it is not MY job to make everything ok for everyone else.
2) I write in a thousand random ways and places but never with purpose. It’s time. I have something worth saying. And I’m going to write it.
3) When in a thought swirl, flush it and start over! I tend to beat myself up ABOUT beating myself up. Move on, woman.
4) I want to learn to play my guitar. And write a song. I already have the first verse and its been haunting me. I must. I can. I will.
5) Instead of being so great at being wrong, I want to excel at owning it when I’m right!
6) Dust bunnies aren’t nearly as important as giggling with my girl. Let it go.
7) It’s NOT all about Aria. Andrea needs to play, too. Andrea-style. I need a play date. I need many play dates. Work on local friends with common interests. It’s ok not to be strong always. Vulnerability is a skill worth learning. And having a world that allows for vulnerability is a worthwhile dream.
9) Commit to fitness. In a way that doesn’t feel like a punishment.
10) Dust off the ivories and play my piano. Soul food there if I can allow myself the luxury of time.
11) I’ve talked of it FOREVER but I’m GOING to do a monthly potluck with random friends who will mesh well and open my home to joy and new possibilities.
12) Mentally let go of the completely gross model that because I’m a single mom to an abuse victim stuck in never-ending court and legal battles of COURSE I’ll be alone (or accept partial alones). How does what my ex did ~then~ define ~now~ if I’m worth loving? Or how much love I deserve? Mental truth? I need to dream again. In the now.
13) Once a week cook a really kick ass meal. And once a week go out to eat and don’t stress over it.
14) Just because I didn’t feel comfortable with 13 bold statements!
1. Take real steps to explore options.
2. Kick the approval cravings.
3. Keep listening to myself and (positive) others.
4. Exercise regularly no matter the workload.
5. Read more fun stuff (40 book challenge?)
6. Train for and ride a century.
7. Incorporate “doing nothing” into more of my days.
8. Try new recipes and foods.
9. Smile and laugh (often).
10. Be open to the unexpected.
1. I will learn how to breathe deeply.
2. I will enjoy stretching and doing a few yoga poses daily.
3. I will go on long walks with my new friend, E.
4. I will learn Algebra and English well enough to tutor others.
5. I will declutter my space and donate items to support others.
6. I will streamline my photo collection and share the photos so others may enjoy and cherish them for the first time.
7. I will schedule more time for reading my books and studying the Bible.
8. I will go to the gym for strength training at 2 times a week.
9. I will write more essays this years.
10. I will afford and schedule some personal coaching sessions with Kanesha for my growth and to support her new career.
1. deprogram procrastination
2. quit being afraid to make bold changes.
3. rely on faith more each day.
4. trust my judgement=stop second guessing my instincts.
5. set boundaries and let them be known.
6. don’t feel bad about saying no!
7. read my bible @ least 3xs week.
8. start being more active.
9. plan more outings/our time with the kids for fun stuff:o)
10. do not allow myself to feel bitter.
11. Don’t sell myself short on anything!!!
1. Always wake up and thank my creator first
2. Spend more time with my kids
3. Stop being my own worst critic
4. Follow my instincts more
5. Volunteer more
6. Eat healthier
7. Let go of the need for approval
8. Start journaling again
9. Wait for my king to find me, exhausted looking for him, lol
10. Remember why my middle name is love, get it give it receive it
Here are my top ten:
1. Stop stifling my laughter in inappropriate situations. Let it out!
2. Read Martha Beck’s “Finding Your Own North Star”
3. Return all other library books I feel I “should” read.
4. Splurge on the dry cleaners this week for my beautiful white coat. Then wear it with pride.
5. Knock on my neighbor’s door and tell him to stop letting his dog poop in my yard!!! I need to say it to his face! Stop being so “nice” about it.
6. Not sure what Kanesha’s first one was about “fearing the middle finger” but I am going to use mine more when I need to! (Even in spirit…)
7. Be mindful when walking my beautiful pup vs. “hurrying to get it done” type mentality.
8. Cook delicious apple pie every week and eat it for breakfast on the weekends.
9. Stop counting my cups of coffee and judging how many I “should” have.
10. Play my hardest soccer games, telling myself “I am going to score today” vs. “I’m so tired!”
11. Since I hate even numbers, here’s #11: stop working from home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Go Julie!
My #1 – give fear the middle finger – means tell fear to get out of your way and to F off!
Your list is so fun and super awesome. I want some of that apple pie for lunch!
Cheers to an amazing “be you” 2012
1. Be more gentle with myself.
2. Meditate daily.
3. Trust my inner voice.
4. Unplug.
5. Exercise and eat healthfully.
6. Investigate opportunities and pursue alternatives.
7. Foster more gratitude and compassion.
8. Invest in myself.
9. Take risks.
10. Move forward.
1. Be consistent with discipline regarding my 2 year old
2. Meditate every day
3. Get out of my own way – take action and make it happen
4. Remove judgement of myself
5. Set and maintain boundaries with daughter, students, and parents
6. Move forward
7. Keep practicing
8. Research and follow through with strategic career options
9. Be mindful
10. Turn off the tv – unplug
1. Make yoga a DAILY practice.
2. Write every day.
3. Stop all comparing to others as that holds me back.
4. Go on a vacation.
5. Finish my half sleeve tattoo before I turn 45 in September.
6. I talk to my 81 year old mom daily but my intention is to write a card every week and mail it.
7. Pick up my guitar more.
8. Make time for Spanish classes.
9. Do something indulgent and delicious for myself every month. Spa days etc.
10. Continue to love my man, mom, cats, friends and life with sublime abandon!
1. Create new playlists that keep me dancing.
2. Identify what it is that will make me feel happy and free.
3. Create a new life.
4. Stay in the present moment.
5. Remember that I have everything I need. My life is full.
6. Give my husband the time, energy and love he deserves.
7. Ditto for my child and myself.
8. Leave work at work, for real.
9. Live free of judgment towards myself and others.
10. Start writing.
My ten list:
1. learn how to cry
2. get rid of the black holes around me so i can shine like i need to
3. play with my kids. play outside and run and scream and be nothing but silly.
4. cook. more. different things. try more foods and tastes.
5. take a vacation even it is a small one
6. redecorate my kitchen
7. make sure my friends know how much i appreciate and love them
8. go to more concerts
9. plant a tree
10. sing. loudly.
2011 has been a year of growth, joy, and peace for me; leaping into 2012 feels even more delicious. As I look ahead, I find myself dancing around to tunes I’ve made up in my own head. I get a surge of energy in my gut that has me skipping around and walking on my tippy toes. I feel myself becoming a joy magnet because I’m no longer settling. I’m living my dream, without a scary-long and boring “to do” list, and paying attention to daily miracles.
ten things:
1. Run more- make time for me and not feel guilty about it. Its my time to connect with my body, my breathing, me.
2. Cook what I want to- yes, I can have breakfast for dinner, or even dessert. Enjoy and play with food.
3. Continue to sit at the table for dinner with my family. Find questions that spur discussion. Try one each night. Enjoy togetherness.
4. Get back to book club with my girlfriends- even if I don’t read the book.
5. Follow my passion in education- reading, working, coaching.
6. Take more pictures.
7. Boudiour photo shoot- 40 can look beautiful, right?
8. Run a marathon. Seems impossible. Reach it.
9. Sleep.
10. Sips of red wine. Slow down. Mmmmmm.
11. Romance with my husband. Date night reincarnated.
I want to do #7 (and yes 40 is super beautiful) and start #1.
Rockin’ list, Lady!
Bold Living List:
1. Read more consistently.
2. Go skiing – at least once.
3. Go on a vacation to someplace I haven’t been before.
4. Schedule a facial.
5. Volunteer.
6. Practice yoga and pilates.
7. De-clutter.
8. Prioritize.
9. Develop my mission statement.
10. Learn how to put songs on my iPod!!!!!
Inspirational list! Let me know how it all goes (and you know I can help with #10).
xo
Top 10
1. Be honest with myself, even when it hurts.
2. Control temptations
3. Worry less
4. Let things go
5. Be late
6. Put myself in the other persons shoes
7. Inspire others
8. Make a child smile
9. Make an adult cry tears of joy
10. Unplug often
I’m totally working on #1 myself.
1. Attempt to journal more.
2. Physically write letters to people in my life.
3. Look for the positive in all situations.
4. Organize my massive music collection.
5. Find more creative ways to engage my children in learning.
6. Get a pedicure. (I hear they are AMAZING)
7. Complete application to divinity school.
8. Walk more.
9. Enjoy moments of silence and solitude.
10. Go see my favorite band live. (Mint Condition)
Lovin’ #3 and #5!
Awesome list, Kanesha!
Here’s mine:
1. Write SOMETHING every day.
2. Talk to myself – not in the crazy sort of way, but to become my own best friend who will listen and help me work things out.
3. Set daily (weekly/ monthly) goals; open up and see what happens.
4. Surf.
5. Come back to the US when I want to, not because I NEED to.
6. Cry when I need to.
7. Laugh REALLY hard at something as often as possible.
8. Unsubscribe from things/ people/ ideas that are holding me back or getting in the way of my dreams/ goals.
9. Nurture my musical side.
10. Continue the battle against acquiring crap – mainly physical stuff, but also junk that clutters my mental space. Also, get rid of the clutter – again, physical AND mental.
I could go on for 52 as you have!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Totally makes my heart leap!
AND…I said 10 – or more – items on your list.
Keep going, Lady!
1. Sleep enough, eat well, & exercise to feel good in my body
2. Run the Tough Mudder in August
3. Put work aside to spend time snowshoeing, hiking, climbing 14ers with my family
4. Be true to my convictions despite others’ opinions
5. Wear a dress I truly feel pretty in to my son’s wedding rather than a what’s expected
6. Make time for a vacation
7. Make new friends and treasure the old
8. Allow others to be themselves and love them for it
9. Believe in my abilities
10. Trust that this is the moment I am to live in
Thank you for the inspiration!
Woo hoo! Get it done!
1. Buy my own house that fits my needs (a big change from an apartment)
2. Learn how to shoot movies and produce independent movies.
3. Finish and submit my novels for mass publication.
4. Get back into the dating game, have fun dating, and find HIM.
5. Get myself back into optimal health.
6. Go back to the gym and stay in shape.
7. Go on a long road trip in my new vehicle.
8. Listen to and trust my wild and wily feminine intuition.
9. Get a passport and go visit South Korea (my birthplace) and other countries.
10. Successfully establish my profitable creative solopreneurship!!!!!!
I got massive chill bumps and an energy surge reading your list. Yay!
1. Take one hour a day to self sooth – read, long bath, TV, journal, craft, etc.
2. Think about buying a piano and reviving my old piano days.
3. Set daily intentions – I like that one.
4. Be calm, &; consistent w/ my kids. Give myself a time out when you need to & ask M for help if needed.
5. Reject negative thoughts & continue pursue this private practice that I’ve been talking about….w/ gusto.
6. Slow down & remind myself that I don’t have to get everything done. Appreciate the good life I’ve got.
7. More Derby!
8. Continue the healthy eating – it’s really not that hard! Hobbies instead of snacking.
9. Find a place to volunteer w/ the kids
8. Make quality time to spend w/ M
Superb list. Thrilled for you!
1. Have quality not quantity time with my children.
2. Stamp out the negative voice in my head once and for all.
3. Get a professional makeover for fun.
4. Take up running…and try my very first 5K.
5. Set aside time for my own interests, not just my children’s.
6. Set aside a date night each month to reconnect with my husband.
7. Find my dream job.
8. Continue to balance the budget.
9. Stop being my own biggest critic.
10. Look for the best in people.
I’m stealing some of these for myself. Thanks!
Ok, here’s my “at least” TEN:
1. Improve my “sleep Hygiene”.
2. Take a lot of pictures.
3. Write consistently on my blog = My Family: Mom, Boy, Girl
4. Take time to go to the Rec building and exercise…maybe walk…maybe just sit in the HOT TUB! ahhhh
5. Read a fun book or two.
6. Spend time with grown-ups.
7. Find the time to cook healthy food instead of grabbing just anything because it’s quick.
8. Eat breakfast at home.
9. Ask for help when I need it. THen, when given help – don’t feel BAD about having asked. (the person who is helping is doing it bc they want to).
10. Remember less is more. Less “stuff” = Less clutter = MORE peaceful.
Love this!
1. Don’t accept what doesn’t feel good to you
2. Always keep your goals in mind
3. Stay prayerful
4.Splurge on yourself every once in awhile
5. Pay your credit card bills every month
6. Remember what someone else thinks of you is none of your business, and should not affect how you view yourself
7. Go with your first mind, it’s usually your best choice
8. Openly discuss life with close friends and family even when it maybe shameful/painful; cause its one of the best therapy tools we all have
9. Get sexy for no special reason
10. Don’t hold back tastefully speak your mind
Fun and saucy list. Yes, please!
1) What we permit, we promote. Say it again. Now stop promoting. AKA it is not MY job to make everything ok for everyone else.
It’s ok not to be strong always. Vulnerability is a skill worth learning. And having a world that allows for vulnerability is a worthwhile dream.
2) I write in a thousand random ways and places but never with purpose. It’s time. I have something worth saying. And I’m going to write it.
3) When in a thought swirl, flush it and start over! I tend to beat myself up ABOUT beating myself up. Move on, woman.
4) I want to learn to play my guitar. And write a song. I already have the first verse and its been haunting me. I must. I can. I will.
5) Instead of being so great at being wrong, I want to excel at owning it when I’m right!
6) Dust bunnies aren’t nearly as important as giggling with my girl. Let it go.
7) It’s NOT all about Aria. Andrea needs to play, too. Andrea-style. I need a play date. I need many play dates. Work on local friends with common interests.
9) Commit to fitness. In a way that doesn’t feel like a punishment.
10) Dust off the ivories and play my piano. Soul food there if I can allow myself the luxury of time.
11) I’ve talked of it FOREVER but I’m GOING to do a monthly potluck with random friends who will mesh well and open my home to joy and new possibilities.
12) Mentally let go of the completely gross model that because I’m a single mom to an abuse victim stuck in never-ending court and legal battles of COURSE I’ll be alone (or accept partial alones). How does what my ex did ~then~ define ~now~ if I’m worth loving? Or how much love I deserve? Mental truth? I need to dream again. In the now.
13) Once a week cook a really kick ass meal. And once a week go out to eat and don’t stress over it.
14) Just because I didn’t feel comfortable with 13 bold statements!
Amazing, Andrea.
2012 is your year!
1. Take real steps to explore options.
2. Kick the approval cravings.
3. Keep listening to myself and (positive) others.
4. Exercise regularly no matter the workload.
5. Read more fun stuff (40 book challenge?)
6. Train for and ride a century.
7. Incorporate “doing nothing” into more of my days.
8. Try new recipes and foods.
9. Smile and laugh (often).
10. Be open to the unexpected.
Fabulous. Can’t wait to hear about you checking them all off.
xo
1. I will learn how to breathe deeply.
2. I will enjoy stretching and doing a few yoga poses daily.
3. I will go on long walks with my new friend, E.
4. I will learn Algebra and English well enough to tutor others.
5. I will declutter my space and donate items to support others.
6. I will streamline my photo collection and share the photos so others may enjoy and cherish them for the first time.
7. I will schedule more time for reading my books and studying the Bible.
8. I will go to the gym for strength training at 2 times a week.
9. I will write more essays this years.
10. I will afford and schedule some personal coaching sessions with Kanesha for my growth and to support her new career.
Can’t wait to work with you and learn with you!
1. deprogram procrastination
2. quit being afraid to make bold changes.
3. rely on faith more each day.
4. trust my judgement=stop second guessing my instincts.
5. set boundaries and let them be known.
6. don’t feel bad about saying no!
7. read my bible @ least 3xs week.
8. start being more active.
9. plan more outings/our time with the kids for fun stuff:o)
10. do not allow myself to feel bitter.
11. Don’t sell myself short on anything!!!
You’re on your way!
1. Always wake up and thank my creator first
2. Spend more time with my kids
3. Stop being my own worst critic
4. Follow my instincts more
5. Volunteer more
6. Eat healthier
7. Let go of the need for approval
8. Start journaling again
9. Wait for my king to find me, exhausted looking for him, lol
10. Remember why my middle name is love, get it give it receive it
Here are my top ten:
1. Stop stifling my laughter in inappropriate situations. Let it out!
2. Read Martha Beck’s “Finding Your Own North Star”
3. Return all other library books I feel I “should” read.
4. Splurge on the dry cleaners this week for my beautiful white coat. Then wear it with pride.
5. Knock on my neighbor’s door and tell him to stop letting his dog poop in my yard!!! I need to say it to his face! Stop being so “nice” about it.
6. Not sure what Kanesha’s first one was about “fearing the middle finger” but I am going to use mine more when I need to! (Even in spirit…)
7. Be mindful when walking my beautiful pup vs. “hurrying to get it done” type mentality.
8. Cook delicious apple pie every week and eat it for breakfast on the weekends.
9. Stop counting my cups of coffee and judging how many I “should” have.
10. Play my hardest soccer games, telling myself “I am going to score today” vs. “I’m so tired!”
11. Since I hate even numbers, here’s #11: stop working from home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Go Julie!
My #1 – give fear the middle finger – means tell fear to get out of your way and to F off!
Your list is so fun and super awesome. I want some of that apple pie for lunch!
Cheers to an amazing “be you” 2012
1. Be more gentle with myself.
2. Meditate daily.
3. Trust my inner voice.
4. Unplug.
5. Exercise and eat healthfully.
6. Investigate opportunities and pursue alternatives.
7. Foster more gratitude and compassion.
8. Invest in myself.
9. Take risks.
10. Move forward.
I love #8 so much! If we don’t do this for ourselves, who else will?
Go Todd!
1. Be consistent with discipline regarding my 2 year old
2. Meditate every day
3. Get out of my own way – take action and make it happen
4. Remove judgement of myself
5. Set and maintain boundaries with daughter, students, and parents
6. Move forward
7. Keep practicing
8. Research and follow through with strategic career options
9. Be mindful
10. Turn off the tv – unplug
Superb list! Looks like you’ve got a great map to start 2012!
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Awesome list! Love it. Love all of them!
Mine top ten!
1. Make yoga a DAILY practice.
2. Write every day.
3. Stop all comparing to others as that holds me back.
4. Go on a vacation.
5. Finish my half sleeve tattoo before I turn 45 in September.
6. I talk to my 81 year old mom daily but my intention is to write a card every week and mail it.
7. Pick up my guitar more.
8. Make time for Spanish classes.
9. Do something indulgent and delicious for myself every month. Spa days etc.
10. Continue to love my man, mom, cats, friends and life with sublime abandon!
Namaste!
Juicy list, Renee! Go get ‘em!
1. Create new playlists that keep me dancing.
2. Identify what it is that will make me feel happy and free.
3. Create a new life.
4. Stay in the present moment.
5. Remember that I have everything I need. My life is full.
6. Give my husband the time, energy and love he deserves.
7. Ditto for my child and myself.
8. Leave work at work, for real.
9. Live free of judgment towards myself and others.
10. Start writing.
Thanks Nesh! I needed that.
I think I shall need a copy of this playlist.
Love your list.
xo
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My ten list:
1. learn how to cry
2. get rid of the black holes around me so i can shine like i need to
3. play with my kids. play outside and run and scream and be nothing but silly.
4. cook. more. different things. try more foods and tastes.
5. take a vacation even it is a small one
6. redecorate my kitchen
7. make sure my friends know how much i appreciate and love them
8. go to more concerts
9. plant a tree
10. sing. loudly.
I can see how you can combine 2, 3, 8 and 10 super easily!
Loving the fun and whimsy in your list!
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