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Sunday, June 30, 2013

Takin' on July

So, I made a New Year's Resolution to improve myself in different ways each month during this whole year. This whole plan started well but the last two months have been challenging as I have not set a goal. I've still been improving! I finished my second year of college, moved onto Lakeshore Dr. and currently have my first full time job! So those are all solid situations! But here's the thing. I've been feeling crazy unfulfilled lately, as if my life is void of any meaning. And, heck, I work with underprivileged kids who love me and need me to calm them down, so clearly I've got the wrong mindset. I decided that I would be best to add to my life, which would, by force of nature, take out all the unneeded and time consuming habits. It's like a life detox!
There's a list I've constructed, not too challenging but difficult enough to invoke change.
Every day, I will:

  • Be active for at least 40 minutes
  • Sit still for at least 10 minutes and let my mind be refreshed
  • Do an act of kindness
  • Complement someone new
  • Read the news for at least 10 minutes
  • Read a book
Each week, I will:
  • Meet up with someone I haven't seen in a while
  • Give money
  • Volunteer
  • Complete an item on my summer bucket list
  • Memorize a bible verse
  • Write a letter
  • Cook a new recipe 
The list might grow as the month goes on, but basically, I'm going to fill my life with great actions and better love those around me. Also, this will make my time more meaningful, whether I'm growing my intelectual knowledge or the knowledge of the world and people around me. 

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