"If you're not working for it, then you don't want it"
I don’t think it’s any secret that I have an issue with staying consistent. It’s always been one of my biggest struggles, especially when it comes to getting things done for myself. Although I’ve known for years, I’m not okay with just accepting it anymore. It’s unacceptable and what better way to stay on track than to let everyone know some of the goals that you want to achieve. We often times keep our goals a secret in order to avoid the embarrassment of everyone knowing that we didn’t complete them. I was the same way but now I’m approaching it a different way to see if I get better results. I rather have a few people know my desires and personal goals so that they can hold me accountable. The one thing I love about my family and friends is that they ALWAYS point out my bull shit and is there to remind me to stay focused. They realize that distractions are out there but with a great support system, there’s nothing you can’t accomplish. So this is me, trying to put myself out there. I always complain about being an introvert in a world where I need to constantly promote myself so my consistency challenge will also help me grow in that area.
I’ve never been a planner or a super organized person growing up but I am realizing that it’s okay to be organized and to develop a routine. It doesn’t have to take away from your “go with the flow”, “whatever will be, will be” persona. Being proactive in your goals by planning can coexist with your care free attitude.
I gave myself 4 weeks to accomplish 3 of my goals.
-Lose 10lbs (I’m under promising in hopes of over delivering)
Not many people know, but I’ve been struggling with my weight since last summer. I practice positive self-talk so you’ll rarely catch me tearing myself down. (Trust me, enough people will cover that for you so depend on you to pull yourself up at all times). By no means do I think I’m over weight but I have gained. I’m realizing that over eating is not just something I do when I’m sad. It also happens when I’m happy lol. Despite every one telling me that I shouldn’t worry so much and giving me compliments on my figure, I know I have to do this for myself. They can tell me I look good all day but if I don’t believe them, then it doesn’t matter. I’ve already started this journey and not only is it teaching me a few lessons in consistency but also discipline.
-Learn more about my T3i camera
I’ve had my camera for about 3 months now and I love it. I purchased it because I was tired of asking other people to bring my vision to light. I felt like I could do it myself. But I’m also not the most tech savvy person, so it’s been a challenge. I have decided that for certain things, I’ll ask a professional but for the simple photos I think about taking every day; I’m going to learn to do it myself.
-Journal EVERYDAY
At heart and before everything, I’m a writer. But in order to call myself that, I need to write. Perfect my craft. Letting days and days go by without touching a keyboard or pen no longer needs to happen. Rather it’s about my day at work, a conversation I had with friends or just something that’s been on my mind, it needs to be written down.
So those are just a few of my short term goals for the next 4 weeks. When thinking about what I actually wanted to accomplish, it was important for me not to overdo it and keep it realistic. I’m not saying you shouldn’t reach for the stars but if you’re anything like me then you shut down when you try to tackle everything at once. So much to do, so little time…so let me just sit here and waste time thinking about how I’m going to accomplish all of this. Someone gave me a hard truth and it stuck with me and that is if you’re not doing the work, then you don’t want it.
At the end of these 4 weeks, I plan on treating myself to a few things I’ve been wanting. But this is only if I successfully complete these goals. It’s important for me to reward myself because it pushes me to get it done. I’m no expert at this. But, again, I’m trying different formulas to figure out what works best for me with hopes to motivate others along the way.
