We’re almost halfway through 2020 and if you’ve been around since January then you know I’ve done some goal setting. If you’re new here: hello, welcome you should definitely check out 20 Things For 2020 before continuing with this post.
So, in an attempt to keep myself accountable, I’ve decided to do a little check in. How often do you stop and ask yourself; how are you? How are YOU doing, like really doing? I for one never do that.
I made a promise to myself that I would learn to be more selfish this year i.e. making it a point to take care of myself. You might be asking; how’s that going? Well, we’re going to find out together!
1. Taking time for me: If I’m being honest, I don’t think I’ll ever accomplish this task. It’s just not in my DNA. I have to make sure everyone else is okay before I stop to think about myself. With that being said, I think I’ve become more aware of myself; understanding when I need to take a step back and do something for me.
2. Drink water: I am not being the best me because I’m never hydrated. Confession session, I ALWAYS forget to drink water. Currently sipping an iced coffee while I write this. Could it be water? Yes, but I have a caffeine problem. I have no real excuse and absolutely no good reason why I can’t seem to drink water. I have 6 months to rectify this issue. Thank God 3 of those are summer.
3. Yoga: Finally, a resolution I’ve wholeheartedly stuck to! Am I more relaxed? I feel a sense of serenity while I’m doing yoga, which is much more than I can say for last year. However, I do start to tense up throughout the day. So, I’ve incorporated yoga into my morning workout and my nightly routine. Start the day with a clear head and end the day with a clear head.
4. Running: I accepted this challenge with the best intentions, but I’ve definitely gone in halfheartedly. Full transparency, I don’t know the last time I went running. January? Maybe. BUT I do walk 3 miles a day. Glass half full, right?
5. Mindfulness: I’ll admit, living through a Pandemic and following stay at home orders has made it easier to be mindful. It’s given me numerous opportunities to be mindful of not only myself, but also of those around me i.e. strangers I’ve never met and those on the frontlines. It’s the little things that make the biggest differences.
6. Minimalism: I sadly have to report that I’m still dreaming of being a minimalist, but the motivation is there. Baby steps; am I right?
7. Cleaner eating: We’ve officially reached the second goal that I’ve maintained. I’ve made serious progress with managing my clean eating habits and have been better about dealing with slip-ups. If 2020 has taught us anything thus far, it’s that we need to build up our immune systems and take a health even more seriously.
8. Capsule wardrobe: I want a capsule wardrobe. I want to be that trendy girl creating fabulous outfits with the 10 pieces of clothing and two pairs of shoes she owns. I am not that girl. This is the second challenge that I’ve failed miserably in the first half of 2020, but fear not! I have 6 more months to create a capsule wardrobe. Will I do it? Stay tuned, but while you’re still tuned in; know that I did donate a few bags of clothing and shoes a couple of months ago. Baby steps.
9. Morning person: Have I magically become a morning person? No! Have I learned how to make the most of my mornings? Abso-FREAKIN-lutely! However, it’s probably safe to say the pandemic has made that possible. Having nowhere to be and all of the time in the world you really start to appreciate the things you accomplish.
10. Reading: Let me start by saying, I REALLY try to read 1 book a month. I swear that I do, but I haven’t finished 1 book yet. I will not admit defeat. Though I am starting to realize I need to be better. I’m sort of really sucking at keeping up with these goals. Like, GIRL get it together! I might not have finished a book yet, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t been keeping up with my reading. Should I be picking my book up more often? 110%. In these next 6 months if I can read at least 30 minutes a day I’ll feel half accomplished.
11. Social presence: I’m turning into a beautiful *social* butterfly! –Does anyone else think A Bugs Life is an underrated Disney film? I’m genuinely proud of my growing social presence. Just last week I posted 4 days in a row on Instagram. Small snaps for me! Staying social while maintaining social distance.
12. Create: My heart is full with creativity! I’ve been able to create so many things within the first half of this year and this creative adventure is only just beginning.
13. Writing: Admittedly, the best part of the stay at home order has been the extra time to write. Really living for a glass half full vibe.
14. Skin: Is it fair to say I’ve semi accomplished this goal? I mean I have quarantine season to thank, but I haven’t worn makeup in weeks.
15. Traveling: We’ll try again next year.
16. Be uncomfortable: When I stated that I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone, I was referring to bolder moves and adventurous moments. The closest I’ve coming to being uncomfortable is learning yoga. That’s like a half win, right?
17. Toxicity: I’ve never stood so firmly for a goal. Let me tell you, I said goodbye to all things toxic and they will not be invited back.
18. Get back into music: It fills my heart with so much happiness to say that I’ve picked my guitar back up. I’m back working on all the basics, but *fingers crossed* I’ll be playing full songs by December.
19. Tarot: Still learning all there is to know, but I’m loving every minute of it.
20. Meditation: So, I could definitely be better about this. I’m not as Zen as I would prefer to be, but again a work in progress. I’m starting to think the best excuse or justification for any and ALL of my failed {or semi accomplished} goals are baby steps. Most of my meditation is accomplished through yoga flows, which isn’t horrible, but I want to be the girl who can meditate anywhere. It’s all about keeping the inner peace baby!
2020 has been a year. When I originally complied my goals, ambitions, or whatever you’d like to call them I didn’t anticipate what was in store for all of us. I mean who could have: Netflix, maybe.
–2020 I think I’m still ready for you.
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