LEVEL UP MY LIFE: day 1
hello everyone! time for a new series! thank u to everyone who watched me unfuck my life for ~50 days! i went to christmas with my family, new years at home in MA, and another weekend in NYC for my friend’s wedding. i haven’t had a whole lot of time to post on lemon8 doing all of that, but as of today u have some more time!
i’m starting a new series, leveling up my life, that’s a spiritual successor to that project. unfucking my life was about figuring out how to get started creating habits in my life and challenging my deep seated agoraphobia that tends to come along with my seasonal depression.
this new project is focused on habit stacking, and holding myself accountable to those stacked habits that i started developing during that era in 2023. i chose to start now, 18 days into january, because the first 2 weeks of january is usually the “new years resolution” phase before everyone gives up. i’m challenging that energy by starting now, even though i have been working on these things in the past two weeks.
what are the habits i’m stacking?
- 10K steps per day
- 2 barre classes/week
- 2 reformer pilates classes/ week
- 3 days of weight training/ week
- building out my skincare routine for my face and body
- building out my haircare routine
- maintaining a healthy diet (with less takeout/eating out)
- cultivating a mindfulness routine (right now i meditate on average once/week. i want to expand that)
- cultivating more of a gratitude and journaling routine
- read 30 books this year!
this morning, for breakfast gill and i made green smoothies! they were delightful! i started my morning at the gym for bi/tri day, and i did standing kettlebell abs! when i came home, i adjusted my schedule in my planner to reflect my morning. at nights, i plan out my intended day and adjust as i go.
i read some of the fiction book i’m currently reading, iron flame! i finished the previous book, fourth wing, two weeks ago! it was a delight. i’ve already finished 2/30 books for the year, so i will keep you all updated on my reading journey!
i have meetings every week, so in order to make my 10K step goal more compatible with my remote job, i have started walking during my meetings! it’s a great way for me to get closer to my goals.
leveling up my life isn’t about changing my body so much as expanding my routine to include more things to improve my overall wellbeing. my therapist and i have a goal of turning towards fulfillment, which all of this is in service of!
see you tomorrow!
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In 2024, it's more important than ever to focus on personal wellness and self-improvement. Many people seek ways to enhance their wellbeing, especially after the holiday season. Key habits to adopt include daily physical activity, a balanced diet, and mindfulness practices. Engaging in regular exercise such as pilates, barre, and weight training not only boosts physical health but also elevates mood and energy levels. Integrating walking during meetings is a clever way to combine work and fitness, helping to meet daily step goals. Additionally, maintaining a skincare and haircare routine contributes to overall self-esteem and feeling good about oneself. Journaling and practicing gratitude have been shown to improve mental health by fostering a positive mindset. Reading can also be a valuable habit, as it not only expands knowledge but serves as a fantastic form of escapism. The goal of 'Leveling Up' is not merely about physical transformation but enhancing everyday life through a well-rounded approach to health that includes emotional, spiritual, and mental facets. Everyone can benefit from such practices, encouraging a happier, more fulfilling life in 2024.
