Day 65 - Update

Two months into this adventure and I thought I would reflect on what has been working and what I am still working towards.


The main thing is that I have given up soda.  How does this contribute to a simpler life?  Well for one thing, I feel much better.  It could be that the feeling good comes from 2 weeks off work and plenty of rest, but I really think I feel better.  I'm eating healthier overall.  Also, now that I don't have something to overcome stress (drinking a coke and eating some junk) I am dealing with things and having to accept some things that I can't control.  A more realistic way of dealing with stress.  But the main way it has changed me is breaking a major habit.  Knowing that I can do this was a major turning point for me.  


I am not walking consistently although during the break I got quite a bit of activity in.  Walking the dogs, hiking, bike riding, etc.  I had hoped to walk today but I have yet to do that.  I know that this will be hard for me but soon, when the weather is more cooperative I will make it a priority.  I will seize the moment to change, just like I did with soda.


I am being kinder, thinking kinder thoughts, refraining from complaining about others.  Mainly because I have been home with Bob.  With some people it is hard to have a conversation and keep it positive.  I have to really guard against this.  Prepare ahead of time.  


I am not reading my Bible.    This makes no sense to me.  I love to read my Bible.  Still don't understand where this rebellion comes from.


I probably look the same on the outside, but I am feeling much different on the inside.  Much more serious at the moment, but I know that things will lighten up at some point.  My mind has times of rapid and constant activity but I am also finding times where I am able to calm it and maybe not relax, but be more relaxed.


One added benefit of this semester is that I have a student teacher.  I think she is going to be great.  I have missed having an assistant this year in many ways. Having someone in the room, working alongside me will be nice.  Not so lonely.  I am also looking forward to the infusion of new ideas and the accountability that having someone in your room everyday brings.


300 days to go.  This journey has not exactly taken the path I thought it would.  I am excited that I have taken it so seriously.  I have quit so many other efforts  and even though I have set-backs, quitting has never crossed my mind.  


I am not just focused on the beginning or the end, but rather the process.  I can't wait to see what happens next.