I don't normally do New Year's Resolutions. Why? Because I don't normally stick with them. Why bother when you know that they're arbitrarily set and then not completed? And, generally my life runs on the academic calendar so new goals, etc. get set in June/July as I think about the next school year starting in August. Well, I need to set some goals for the calendar year of 2009.
The most important of them is to complete my dissertation. Now using this terminology might lead one to believe that I'm part way through my dissertation. No. I'm not. I've begun research and reading articles/books/etc., but no writing as of yet. I'm hoping to use the blog to help hold myself accountable for this goal. It absolutely must be complete by December 2009. I must get more motivated!
The second thing that is becoming more and more important is that I need to lose weight. I feel like this is pretty cliche to decide on this at the beginning of the year when it seems that everyone else is making a resolution like this. But, it seems like every few weeks I'm putting on a pound here, two pounds there and it just keeps adding up. I'm the biggest I have ever been in my entire life. I weigh more now than I did 13+ years ago when I was admitted to the hospital to give birth to Maranda. And, I had gained 70 pounds during my pregnancy! This is ridiculous. My clothes (even my "fat" clothes) are starting to not fit and I can't be healthy at this weight. So, I'm considering joining Weight Watchers. I've got to do something and I need to do something that I'll stick with. I think I'm gonna try out a meeting and see what I think. If that doesn't work, I still need to figure out a way to lose weight.
Connected to this second goal, is my goal to start doing some sort of exercising. Even if it's just forcing myself to climb the stairs every morning at work instead of taking the elevator, I've got to start somewhere. The hard part is all the ice and snow (and below zero temperatures) keep me from going for walks outside. But, I need to figure out a way to ensure I spend time everyday getting in some sort of exercise.
My fourth and final goal for the new year is that I need to spend some time figuring out a way to be more motivated at work and with my work. I haven't felt all that motivated lately. I'm sure it's because of all the changes that are going on, but I feel like I haven't been the supervisor my staff needs. And, I'm wondering if I'm even cut out to be supervising our department. I don't know if it's just a lack of self-esteem or confidence. Or, if I really need to spend some time examining my strengths and applying them to what I should be doing. But, I need to address the issue.
So, hopefully, I can accomplish these things during this new year - 2009. Any suggestions, thoughts or encouragement would be greatly appreciated (and not just today as you read this, anytime). :)
I hope you're able to reflect on some of your own goals for 2009 and start a great new year!
1 comment:
First of all, I can completely relate. You need to get a Wii Fit, and this is a great excuse. It is amazing and I am finding myself exercising far more than I regularly do.
Second, I love WW and I am a huge fan. When I did it in Lincoln, I lost 40 pounds and kept it off for a few years until we moved back to KC. I am now 20 heavier than my sleath-self.
Thirdly, is Dec 2009 your disseration deadline b/c that is your ABD time limit? maybe if you set small, obtainable weekly goals, that will help you reach your ultimate goal? Good luck with everything!!! Miss you and love you.
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