Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Inspiration!! Goodbye #90! Thanks, Sarah!
Well, I just got back from the gym and I decided to check my email before getting in the shower. I had an email from my friend, Sarah, who let me know she is working on her 101 list! So, I can cross #90 off my list!! I must shower now so I can go to work! TTFN, Diva
Monday, November 24, 2008
Another one bites the dust... my CFMB's are in transit!...UPDATE: Professional Development Goals DONE!!!
Cross off number 100 folks! I printed off my list this morning and posted it in my cube so I can see it everyday and remind myself to stick to it! Also, got confirmation that my CFMB's are in transit! Woo Hoo!! I know the items I have marked off so far are fairly insignificant, but you have to start somewhere! TTFN, Diva
UPDATE:
I totally forgot when I posted earlier I have another one to cross off my list: I finished my Professional Development Goals tonight when I was sitting at my second job. So, #28 is done!!! DIva
UPDATE:
I totally forgot when I posted earlier I have another one to cross off my list: I finished my Professional Development Goals tonight when I was sitting at my second job. So, #28 is done!!! DIva
Sunday, November 23, 2008
#92 in Progress as of this morning
I may soon be able to cross #92 off my list! This morning I ordered these lovely's-- check them out!
They are definitely Diva-licious! I can't wait to get them. I just hope they fit my thick calves.... TTFN, Diva
They are definitely Diva-licious! I can't wait to get them. I just hope they fit my thick calves.... TTFN, Diva
1 down 100 more to go!
4. Clean out the drawer in my television cabinet.
This is the first task I can cross off my list! I sat down about 30 minutes ago and cleaned out the drawer in my television cabinet. Why did I decide to do this? How did this become the first task I completed? I can answer that one for you -- it was a simple thing to do. I think it took me about five minutes to clean out the drawer. Why did it take making a list of tasks to do this, I don't know. But it's done and I can cross it off the list! 1 down 100 more to go!
The drawer before.....
The drawer after.....
This is the first task I can cross off my list! I sat down about 30 minutes ago and cleaned out the drawer in my television cabinet. Why did I decide to do this? How did this become the first task I completed? I can answer that one for you -- it was a simple thing to do. I think it took me about five minutes to clean out the drawer. Why did it take making a list of tasks to do this, I don't know. But it's done and I can cross it off the list! 1 down 100 more to go!
The drawer before.....
The drawer after.....
Saturday, November 22, 2008
My List
This is my list of 101 things in 1001 days list.
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
So, here's my list:
101 Things in 1001 Days
1. Unpack all the boxes in my den.
2. Donate items to charity at least once a season.
3. Finish the “Mini” in less than three hours.
4. Clean out the drawer in my television cabinet.
5. Go on a vacation. (Must be out of state.)
6. Lose 40 pounds.
7. Continue to workout at least three to five times a week.
8. Blog at least once a week.
9. Learn Ave Maria and sing it at Mass.
10. Take voice lessons to improve my vocal technique.
11. Take a road trip to the site of the first chapter of Delta Gamma in Oxford, Mississippi.
12. Visit Florida since I’ve never been there.
13. Go to Confession at least twice each year.
14. Swim with the dolphins.
15. Learn to make a meringue pie.
16. Go to open mic night at a comedy club, get on stage, and try my hand at stand up comedy.
17. Throw a party.
18. Learn to make the perfect margarita!
19. Read five books just for pleasure.
20. Organize the music on my iPod into playlists.
21. Attend LF 8th Grade Graduation to see my “kids” graduate.
22. Kiss a random good-looking guy for no reason at all.
23. Take a dance class.
24. Finish my kitchen island.
25. Improve my Spanish.
26. Visit Italy and see the Pope.
27. Take a walk in the rain with someone I love.
28. Compile my professional development goals.
29. Run a mile in 10 minutes or less.
30. Compete and finish a duathlon.
31. Compete in the Shamrock Run/Walk and improve my time from last year.
32. Send an anonymous gift or flowers.
33. Print and frame some of my favorite photos from trips I’ve taken.
34. Send five secrets to Postsecret.
35. Donate blood twice.
36. Visit the art museum.
37. Get Jack-in-the-Box tacos!!!
38. Roll over old 401k’s and inheritance.
39. Talk to a real financial planner.
40. Take a Yoga class.
41. Get a massage twice a year.
42. Send Lily her birthday plate.
43. Facilitate a workshop or training course.
44. Rebuild a relationship with someone who means a lot to me.
45. Purge any items I don’t use and don’t need.
46. Put up my Christmas tree.
47. Spend a weekend doing only things I want to do (with the exception of Mass).
48. Call in sick one day just because I have time in my account.
49. See the Nutcracker ballet.
50. Start writing my book (I had five chapters done until my computer was stolen ☹)
51. Back up my computer’s hard drive to an external hard drive once a month.
52. Get my jewelry cleaned.
53. Get my garnet ring resized.
54. Make a birthday cake and use fondant to decorate it!
55. Make a loaf of bread from scratch.
56. Get my scrapbook stuff organized and set up so I can actually scrapbook!
57. Use sidewalk chalk to draw pictures with children.
58. Go to the park and play on the equipment— act like a kid!
59. Go one week without spending any money (except automatic withdrawals for bills.)
60. Attend a concert.
61. Swim in an ocean.
62. Build a sandcastle.
63. Audition for a play or musical group.
64. Write down ten things I like about myself.
65. Have old Sorority t-shirts made into quilt.
66. Sell a piece of my pottery for a profit.
67. Keep my food log for a month.
68. Buy a new set of dishes.
69. Send 10 thinking of you cards to different people.
70. Go to a youth sporting event.
71. Volunteer for an activity not related to church.
72. Have a picnic in the park.
73. Go to symphony in the park.
74. Hang the drapes in the den.
75. Ask a male on a date.
76. Update license with current address.
77. Research my Delta Gamma family tree.
78. Go to pottery with LouAnna and Rachel.
79. Babysit/house sit/ pet sit for a friend without monetary gain.
80. Participate in Relay for Life.
81. Feed the ducks five times.
82. Have my “yearly exam.” (…enough said)
83. Walk/Run on the Monon Trail 10 times.
84. Match up all my dress socks and get rid of any without mates or those in need of repair.
85. “Unplug” for one whole weekend. That means no cell phone, no Internet, no computer.
86. Wear false eyelashes.
87. Bring my bike to my new apartment.
88. Ride my bike to work at least once.
89. Organize all digital photos.
90. Inspire one person to start the 101 things in 1001 days list.
91. Get a facial.
92. Buy a pair of C.F.M.B.’s.
93. Go to the dentist every six months.
94. Decide what I am doing with my car at the end of my lease.
95. Leave 10 post-its or note cards with my favorite quotes in random places.
96. Make s’mores!
97. [Private]
98. Take lunch to work every day for two weeks.
99. Blog about 101 things in 1001 days
100. Print list so I stick to it!
101. Celebrate after 1001 days!
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
So, here's my list:
101 Things in 1001 Days
1. Unpack all the boxes in my den.
2. Donate items to charity at least once a season.
3. Finish the “Mini” in less than three hours.
4. Clean out the drawer in my television cabinet.
5. Go on a vacation. (Must be out of state.)
6. Lose 40 pounds.
7. Continue to workout at least three to five times a week.
8. Blog at least once a week.
9. Learn Ave Maria and sing it at Mass.
10. Take voice lessons to improve my vocal technique.
11. Take a road trip to the site of the first chapter of Delta Gamma in Oxford, Mississippi.
12. Visit Florida since I’ve never been there.
13. Go to Confession at least twice each year.
14. Swim with the dolphins.
15. Learn to make a meringue pie.
16. Go to open mic night at a comedy club, get on stage, and try my hand at stand up comedy.
17. Throw a party.
18. Learn to make the perfect margarita!
19. Read five books just for pleasure.
20. Organize the music on my iPod into playlists.
21. Attend LF 8th Grade Graduation to see my “kids” graduate.
22. Kiss a random good-looking guy for no reason at all.
23. Take a dance class.
24. Finish my kitchen island.
25. Improve my Spanish.
26. Visit Italy and see the Pope.
27. Take a walk in the rain with someone I love.
28. Compile my professional development goals.
29. Run a mile in 10 minutes or less.
30. Compete and finish a duathlon.
31. Compete in the Shamrock Run/Walk and improve my time from last year.
32. Send an anonymous gift or flowers.
33. Print and frame some of my favorite photos from trips I’ve taken.
34. Send five secrets to Postsecret.
35. Donate blood twice.
36. Visit the art museum.
37. Get Jack-in-the-Box tacos!!!
38. Roll over old 401k’s and inheritance.
39. Talk to a real financial planner.
40. Take a Yoga class.
41. Get a massage twice a year.
42. Send Lily her birthday plate.
43. Facilitate a workshop or training course.
44. Rebuild a relationship with someone who means a lot to me.
45. Purge any items I don’t use and don’t need.
46. Put up my Christmas tree.
47. Spend a weekend doing only things I want to do (with the exception of Mass).
48. Call in sick one day just because I have time in my account.
49. See the Nutcracker ballet.
50. Start writing my book (I had five chapters done until my computer was stolen ☹)
51. Back up my computer’s hard drive to an external hard drive once a month.
52. Get my jewelry cleaned.
53. Get my garnet ring resized.
54. Make a birthday cake and use fondant to decorate it!
55. Make a loaf of bread from scratch.
56. Get my scrapbook stuff organized and set up so I can actually scrapbook!
57. Use sidewalk chalk to draw pictures with children.
58. Go to the park and play on the equipment— act like a kid!
59. Go one week without spending any money (except automatic withdrawals for bills.)
60. Attend a concert.
61. Swim in an ocean.
62. Build a sandcastle.
63. Audition for a play or musical group.
64. Write down ten things I like about myself.
65. Have old Sorority t-shirts made into quilt.
66. Sell a piece of my pottery for a profit.
67. Keep my food log for a month.
68. Buy a new set of dishes.
69. Send 10 thinking of you cards to different people.
70. Go to a youth sporting event.
71. Volunteer for an activity not related to church.
72. Have a picnic in the park.
73. Go to symphony in the park.
74. Hang the drapes in the den.
75. Ask a male on a date.
76. Update license with current address.
77. Research my Delta Gamma family tree.
78. Go to pottery with LouAnna and Rachel.
79. Babysit/house sit/ pet sit for a friend without monetary gain.
80. Participate in Relay for Life.
81. Feed the ducks five times.
82. Have my “yearly exam.” (…enough said)
83. Walk/Run on the Monon Trail 10 times.
84. Match up all my dress socks and get rid of any without mates or those in need of repair.
85. “Unplug” for one whole weekend. That means no cell phone, no Internet, no computer.
86. Wear false eyelashes.
87. Bring my bike to my new apartment.
88. Ride my bike to work at least once.
89. Organize all digital photos.
90. Inspire one person to start the 101 things in 1001 days list.
91. Get a facial.
92. Buy a pair of C.F.M.B.’s.
93. Go to the dentist every six months.
94. Decide what I am doing with my car at the end of my lease.
95. Leave 10 post-its or note cards with my favorite quotes in random places.
96. Make s’mores!
97. [Private]
98. Take lunch to work every day for two weeks.
99. Blog about 101 things in 1001 days
100. Print list so I stick to it!
101. Celebrate after 1001 days!
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