A new year brings with it resolutions, the same familiar ones. But are they? In the past, my resolutions have been about losing weight, without any real plan.
As they say, "A goal without a plan is just a dream".
This year, I feel I have a GOAL, not just a resolution to be broken.
My resolution is to say No. That's also my word for 2013. No, I can't. No, I'm not available to do that and sacrifice my time with my family. No, I don't want to. And saying 'yes' to myself, and all the things that I want and need to do.
I need to say yes to myself, so I can put myself first. So I have the time I need to exercise, to prepare healthy meals for myself and my family and so that I have the time to nurture what is really important to me.
Goals should be SMART.
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time Bound
Here are some of the things inspiring me today: My pinterest page for health and fitness
Showing posts with label one little word. Show all posts
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Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Monday, January 2, 2012
2012 One Little Word
Ali Edwards is someone who inspires me. Her concept of "one little word" resonates with me.
My one little word for 2012 is Intentional. I want to live with intention. To live with purpose. To live on purpose.
The word intention, as defined by dictionary.com, is a noun meaning "an act or instance of determining mentally upon some action or result" and "the end or object intended; purpose".
I want to be intentional about how I spend my time. I need to ask myself, is this something that I enjoy? Or is this just another stressor, something I do because I feel like I "should"?
I want to be intentional about who I spend that time with. Does this person build me up, or drag me down?
Intentional about how I/we spend our money and continuing to pay down debt and save. Do I really need another skein of yarn? Do I really need that latte, or would I rather go on a vacation and make a memory with my family?
Intentional about health. I need to make time for myself to eat well and exercise more. Not only will I will feel better, but I will be setting a good example for my children. And, as a start, I am signing up for the St. Paddy's Dash. Better get going on that Couch to 5K again!
Intentional about how I give of myself, both time and money. This means practicing a word that is so very hard to say... "no".
Intentional about homemaking. I think part of what I love about the holidays is the house is always ready for guests. My house should always be ready for my favourite people... my husband and kids.
Intentional about simplifying. I am cutting the clutter. I am using this calendar.
Intentional about my faith. I have committed to a good friend that I will sit with her for services, ensuring my bottom will be in a pew on Sunday mornings. For me, my faith goes far beyond Sunday morning though, so making time for my practice is important for me.
It's so easy to watch crap, read crap, eat crap... and then feel like crap. A new year is the perfect time to re-commit to the quest I began last year of living with intention.
What's your One Little Word?
My one little word for 2012 is Intentional. I want to live with intention. To live with purpose. To live on purpose.
The word intention, as defined by dictionary.com, is a noun meaning "an act or instance of determining mentally upon some action or result" and "the end or object intended; purpose".
I want to be intentional about how I spend my time. I need to ask myself, is this something that I enjoy? Or is this just another stressor, something I do because I feel like I "should"?
I want to be intentional about who I spend that time with. Does this person build me up, or drag me down?
Intentional about how I/we spend our money and continuing to pay down debt and save. Do I really need another skein of yarn? Do I really need that latte, or would I rather go on a vacation and make a memory with my family?
Intentional about health. I need to make time for myself to eat well and exercise more. Not only will I will feel better, but I will be setting a good example for my children. And, as a start, I am signing up for the St. Paddy's Dash. Better get going on that Couch to 5K again!
Intentional about how I give of myself, both time and money. This means practicing a word that is so very hard to say... "no".
Intentional about homemaking. I think part of what I love about the holidays is the house is always ready for guests. My house should always be ready for my favourite people... my husband and kids.
Intentional about simplifying. I am cutting the clutter. I am using this calendar.
Intentional about my faith. I have committed to a good friend that I will sit with her for services, ensuring my bottom will be in a pew on Sunday mornings. For me, my faith goes far beyond Sunday morning though, so making time for my practice is important for me.
It's so easy to watch crap, read crap, eat crap... and then feel like crap. A new year is the perfect time to re-commit to the quest I began last year of living with intention.
What's your One Little Word?
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