Today I set some daily goals for myself to help myself grow and to make sure I attend to myself a little bit each day. I can get so wrapped up caring for others that sometimes I forget to look after myself as well. For my mind: Read at least 20 minutes a day For my body: At least 20 minutes of yoga per day 50 squats 50 sit ups 50 mountain climbers 10 push-ups I am already in pretty good shape. I have been working over the last year to get back to my pre-pregnancy fitness level and I am very proud of myself. But after a recent injury I have been slacking. My husband and I are trying for baby #2, so I want to make sure I keep up my healthy habits. My current exercise goals are more about consistency than anything else. Once I fall into a regular habit of exercising, I will add more exercises to my regime and I will increase the intensity/number of sets and reps. I also set other goals to help maintain some structure and restore sanity. I absolutely HATE grocery shopping and cooking. Tomorrow I am going to make a 2 week meal plan and my goal is to stick to it, and purchase groceries based on the plan. I also want to plan breakfasts and lunches for my toddler. As the mother of a toddler, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to feed a tiny person who is constantly eating and growing. I need to get myself together so I don't have anymore moments of despair throughout the day as I figure out what to feed him. My goal is to grocery shop every 2 weeks. No more, no less. The meal plan will help me get in and out relatively quickly. I eat well overall. At home we are vegan, but my husband eats meat outside the home. I have recently been eating more junk and I want to stop that. I know that my body needs and deserves good fuel. I know the meal plan will help me get back on track and also hold me accountable for what I choose to eat. I think I will have one day a week (maybe Saturday?) where I bend the rules and have some sweets. More so as a social thing since we hang out with friends a lot and food is often the center of our get togethers. As a stay-at-home mom, I find I struggle with feeling like I'm not using my brain. To combat this, I read lots of articles and books. I am currently reading a book about the evolution of architecture and different styles. I want to comprise a book list that I can start checking books and articles off of. I also LOVE Ted Talks. I always feel motivated and enlightened after watching them. My reasons for all of this aren't to be strict or to punish myself. I'm doing this because I know that I can do and be better. And I want that. For myself and for my family. I value self discipline and I love the way I look and feel when I am healthy and when I am feeling inspired. I want to be a positive influence for my little boy, and I want to have a loving home that inspires my family to better themselves and to never shy away from their goals.
