Happy 2018! It's been a long, long time since I visited my own blog. I've always hated the idea behind "New Year Resolutions" and I think that's because I don't like admitting I do anything wrong-a really bad mindset to have. 2018 is going to be the year of change for me (I've probably said that a good 10 other times at the beginning of each new year in my life but let's be positive) because I know I have a lot to improve on. With that being said, here are my intentions I have set for 2018:
1. Step out of my comfort zone/Do things that intimidate me:
I've always lived in a very safe, tiny bubble made up of things that are comfortable. I have good intentions of stepping out of that bubble all the time, I just never actually do it. There are things I'd love to do and new things I would love to try but I always come up with excuses for why I can't or shouldn't. This year, I have set an intention for myself to do more, step out of this man-made comfort zone and try things that have always intimidated me. I tried yoga yesterday! I have thought about that for years but always made an excuse for why I shouldn't. I had a really peaceful, relaxing and fun time. That was my first new experience of 2018 and I hope to add many, many more. I want to make this the year of "acting on it" instead of just "thinking about it."
2. Take my vitamins:
This might seem silly but I am horrible about doing this and I really believe taking my supplements is vital to my health. I set this intention to be better and do better with taking my iron, probiotics and other wellness vitamins/supplements to make me feel better and have the energy I need. I'm currently researching to see which vitamins will be the best for me and my personal needs.
3. Improved physical and mental health:
I not only know I'm getting older, I feel that I'm getting older-and I'm only going to be 27 in a few days! I need to start taking better care of my physical body and my mind. My goal for 2018 is to workout (this is any activity to get me moving-yoga, the YMCA, health classes, walking outside, etc.) at least three times a week each week for my physical health. As far as my mental health goes, I struggle with extreme anxiety (I recently started taking a medication for my anxiety after being diagnosed with it years ago but not allowing myself to take any medications for) that can be really hard to deal with at times. I want to practice more mental health awareness, do things that ease my mind and help me de-clutter and organize my thoughts. I'm still in the process of figuring out what those things are.
4. Read more!
I have always loved books and reading. I like thrillers, YA, mysteries, biographies, the list goes on and on. I have set an intention to read at least 50 books in 2018. I will post reviews of my favorites on here in the future. I have a Good Reads account! Let me know if you're reading this and want to be "friends" on there.
5. Practice improved skincare:
This skin is going to be the same skin I have when I'm 80 and if I don't start taking care of it now my future self is going to be PISSED. I am working on a skin regimen, making sure I wash my face each night and in the morning and hydrate with water as much as possible.
6. Know when to quit:
I'm really bad at putting my work away. I'm always taking out my computer to work on e-mails or respond to clients at all hours of the night-long after I'm off the clock. In 2018 I intend on getting better about quitting time and knowing when to say no to things that don't benefit me.
And finally....
My words of 2018 are "Gratitude" and "Accountability." I want to learn to be grateful for the things I have and not just perpetually long for the things I don't have and to hold myself accountable for my intentions and things I want out of my life. I have one life and I want to live it the happiest and healthiest that I possibly can.
Cheers to 2018! I hope everyone has a healthy, successful, and happy New Year!
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