1. What am I most proud of this year?
I think the thing that I’m most proud of this year is that I became more of a yes (wo)man. I pushed past the old me that didn’t want to do anything by myself and was brave walking around and enjoying my own company. I also went to events that I never would have gone to before, so go me!
2. How can I become a better _____________?
Blogger? I want to take more pictures, and actually edit them before posting.
Person? Continue to give and love freely and not be so judgemental of others
3. Where am I feeling stuck?
I feel stuck with my friendships, or more of a lack there of. I’ve made some real connections but I want more! Is that greedy?
4. Where do I need to allow myself grace?
On my internal body image. I need to not be so hard on myself for not being the same as someone else, or perfect.
5. Am I passionate about my career?
Yes! I’m just getting started in my career and things are exciting for me. Although a small part of me wishes that the industry is one that I have a little more passion about…
6. What lessons have I learned?
This one is a tough one… What did I learn? I can’t procrastinate, it doesn’t make me work harder or better. I get easily sucked into anything to not have to do dishes. I work better when Andrew is around to make sure that I’m working cleaning.
7. What did my finances look like?
Sadly this wasn’t as good as I would have liked. I had a couple close calls with almost overspending, but I managed to stay on the edge. I am starting to save more, so I’m happy about that. I just want to curb the needless spending.
8. How did I spend my free time?
I watched a lot of tv, watched a lot of movies, and spent a lot time with friends. Although, I didn’t really have to much spare time…
9. How well did I take care of my body, mind, and soul?
Upsettingly, not as good as I’d have liked. I spent a lot of 2013 stressed over life and school, and definitely am looking forward to changing that in 2014!
10. How have I been open-minded?
I like the think that I’m generally always open-minded, but nothing really comes glaring to mind.
11. When did I feel most creatively inspired?
I always feel inspired when I read other people’s blogs, but I haven’t yet done anything that I said I would.
12. What projects have I completed?
Does finally moving everything in my apartment to where it’s supposed to be count? If so, then yay! Other than that I don’t really have time to complete anything other than school projects.
13. How have I procrastinated?
When it comes to school work, I’m pretty terrible. I start off each semester with the bright eyed wonder and then it quickly goes downhill to me watching tv instead of studying. Cleaning is also another really good procrastination method, because you still feel like you accomplished something.
14. In what ways can I re-structure my time?
Better time management, how I’m constantly trying to get you. I make lists but I’m very bad at following them once I get home. I end up just flaking out. I need to stop doing that and committing my time to my lists.
15. How have I allowed fear of failure hold me back?
I don’t know, it hasn’t really occurred to me yet. I don’t know if fear of failure is holding me back, or just plain lack of motivation.
16. Where has self-doubt taken over?
In my relationship mostly. This year was a little stressful due to Andrew’s work and my workload with school. I’ve constantly been second-guessing where I stood with him, especially once we moved in together.
17. When have I felt the most alive?
I’m a complete sap, and I feel most alive when I’m cuddling at home with Andrew and Kumo. I’m a homebody at heart!
18. How have I taught others to respect me?
I’ve become much less of a pushover. I can stand up for myself and I’m not afraid to stand up for myself. I still don’t like confrontation, but I’m constantly working on that too.
19. How can I improve my relationships?
By being more active in them. I usually start off very strong, and then I get lazy and either stop texting first, or whatever. I need to be way more proactive and put continual effort into them.
20. Have I been unfair to anyone?
Not off the top of my head.. no. I’ve probably been more unfair to Andrew since he has to deal with all my ups and downs.
21. Who do I need to forgive?
For the most part, I’ve forgiven most things in my life. There’s probably one thing I should forgive and let go, but I can’t yet. It still makes me far to angry when I think about it.
22. Where is it time to let go?
It’s time to let go of old feelings towards college and high school friends and regrets. That’s done and over, and nothing can change about what’s happened. The future and present is where it’s at, and where I can still change things!
23. What old habits would I like to release?
Being lazy is one habit that I’m going to kick this year. Being lazy in my life, with my blog, and with my school work. It’s only going to bring me down.
24. What new habits would I like to cultivate?
Exercising regularly again! I was really good for a while back in 2013 with my yoga routine, but once I stopped going to the gym I fell off the track. I’m going to get back on it, and bring my boyfriend along for the ride as well.
25. How can I be kind to myself?
Exercising, and eating well. As well as not being so judgey of myself as well. Taking care of my body so that in turn, I feel better about myself all around.
**Found this through Oh This is Awkward, via here.
