"Eye Spy something I want to try in 2009" (This week's theme by Red Chocolate)
I like New Years Resolutions. Most people don't. I guess I just don't beat myself up over them, instead I use them as a way of keeping focus throughout the year. I don't usually commit them to type either, but this year I'll be brave...
Actually before I do, at the end of last year, when I was in Sydney I went to dinner with my Uncle and Aunt. My Uncle asked if I'd achieved what I'd planed to this year, and we each went through what we'd hoped for, and how the outcomes formed (yeah, it was kind of heavy for "dinner conversation"). I had 3, and they were all focused on my art. He had categories and started listing the aims in each; professional, personal, family... etc. This, to me was a revelation, highlighting the fact that I'm so singularly focused. And while I don't think it hurts to keep it simple, I also see the value in adding in a few to help balance life overall.
So, with that said. In 2009 I'd like my focus to be:
Personal:
- Build some "self" time into my day. Each day. To focus on listening to a dialogue between all parts of myself, in an effort to find more emotional balance.
- Each year I put "yoga" on my list, and each year I do a couple of months of yoga, and then stop for some reason. So I'll do it again. Hoping this time I'll be more consistent.
- And as always, the old favourites; Don't get fatter, aim to get fitter, eat more nutritionally.
- Generosity, Understanding, Love, and Fearlessness.
Relationships:
- Try to mend some family bonds, in a way that I can remain true to myself.
- At least one day a week aim to get out of the house and go on a fun adventure with Mr You
- Stay balanced and grounded while planning a lovely wedding day for us (yikes!)
- Be open, creative and brave in trying to make new friends
- Stay in close contact with existing friends.
Professional:
- Create a more efficient weekly routine, including at least a day to create new work, and a day for "getting it out there"
- Continue to build on my art style
- Catch up on my income tax (uurrrrghhhhh)
- Learn from others, listen to the omens (hehe, a little "Alchemist" reference for the fans out there)
- Believe, aspire and be grateful
But bringing it back to Eye-Spy...
Eye Spy something I want to try in 2009"
In 2009 I'd like to try to find out how to be part of group art shows. I always find out about them just as they're opening, and I'd really like to actually be involved in some this year. So, if you know how this happens, or have any leads, I'm all ears :D
Phew, re-reading that it feels a bit huge. Breath... But I have a whole year ahead of me, right?!
11 comments:
I am going do this too. Its good to be concrete about these goals I reckon.
They sound like very good and satisfying goals to me-good luck with them:)
Good luck with all of those goals. A group art show would be great especially for the first one. A great way to get some experience and show your talents to the world!
Your resolutions are all wonderful just like you.
You can do them. All of them.
The fun part will be the wedding. Sooo excited and looking forward to all your news on that front.
Love Renee
I really like your approach. I hope you are able to satisfy most, if not all, of your dreams for 2009.
That's a mighty list flossy-p. I hope you achieve everything you hope for in 2009.
I'm sure you can make it :)
Happy new year!
sounds like you have a beautiful year ahead of you good friend! i have an email in the works for you and a little surprise. keep an eye out!
Yes I think it's important to have 'well-rounded' goals. You have set yourself up for a great year here! all the best for 09 xx
What exciting time ahead for you! Great list. You've motivated me to look at my goals for this year...
hey dont think I said Happy New year!! hope 2009 is a FAB year for you!!
some great things on your list...goal setting is always a good thing to do!
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