I Dropped The Ball (sort of): One new thing a day challenge

January 4th, 2021

Okay yes, I said that I would complete certain tasks today that I didn’t complete. I didn’t drink two water bottles, heck I didn’t even finish one, and I didn’t meditate like originally planned. I didn’t wake up at 9, it was more like 10:30, but sometimes not following the plan isn’t the end of the world. Life doesn’t have to be scheduled, you shouldn’t punish yourself for not doing what you wanted to do that day, it happens. Yet, I had a really good day.

I have started listening to music again, and it is really refreshing; definitely an activity I should explore more. I didn’t work out today, which I feel guilty about, but I plan to tomorrow, fingers crossed I follow through on that.

The trip to target occurred just after I woke up, I threw on some clothes and went on my way. Mom was still sleeping, was still when I got back. I went in hopes of finding a cute sweat set to wear to the airport. Shockingly, they were sold out. It is what it is, it was nice to drive and get out of the house, even if I had to drive in the pouring rain.

I got ready right away when I got home, Austin was up earlier than usual, and that meant he was waiting for me before we started on our activities for the day.

Today we went to visit Ben and his great grandmothers grave. Death is really hard for me, most of my anxiety stems from the topic, but it wasn’t about me today, I was there to support some one else. I’d never been to a grave yard before, it was different than I expected, not sure good or bad; it’s just hard.

After, we went to Bellevue. This is where my one new thing a day occurred. First, Austin and I walked around the mall and got to hang out just the two of us, it was nice. Then, we got Din Tai Fung, I’d never been. So, I got to check off trying a new food place.

We went back home to eat, and I started watching The Queen’s Gambit the show is filmed beautifully and chess is a lot more interesting than one would think. I got through a full 4 episodes.

When I got home I was able to do my stretches for the day, that is my year long goal.

I was very at peace today, anxious of course at times, but it felt controllable.

One new thing today: new place to eat, an easier task.

Tomorrow, I will drink water, make my bed, believe in myself, meditate!, and have a good day for myself.

I aspire to be you.

Love, Lo