As 2011 wore on and inched closer to my 30th birthday (it was in October), I found myself really looking forward to a new decade and feeling contemplative. I had set some goals for myself before that birthday...some public and some private. I truly felt awesome as I approached that day. I realized that I finally found myself (yes that is totally cliche) and was totally comfortable with whatever age I was. I hit my stride at work, made some big changes in my life, renewed some friendships and felt on top of the world. I looked forward to that day in the same way that some look forward to a new year. It was a clean slate, a new number in front of my age and most of all, I was totally ok with it! So while I'm not setting resolutions, I'm still looking to 2012 in the same way that I looked to my 30th year...with hope, excitement and a fresh start.
While many are focused on health and weight loss with the new year, I'm focusing on other things in the forefront. Don't get me wrong, health and fitness are a big part of my life, but that won't change with the new year. Back to my 30th birthday...I was frustrated with my weight last summer and finally bit the bullet and went on a real diet. I lost 14lbs before my birthday and I've kept it off. This year, I basically want to continue that trend and stay healthy.
My focal points for 2012....
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1. At the office - Be a thoughtful leader and grow in my new role. Provide thoughtful guidance, keep an open mind and an open door policy with my colleagues.
2. On the road - Travel someplace new. Maybe Italy. Maybe a new island (I do have the beach on my mind). Maybe a new city in the US.
3. In the kitchen - Try new recipes. Make use of the gadgets I have in my kitchen.
4. For my psyche - Find ways to fulfill my interest in healthcare. Diversify my volunteer experiences.
5. For my soul - Forgive. Be patient. Express empathy. Be open minded.
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