I have a client who inspired me to start a personal challenge. This client is always challenging themselves in various ways. I think that is a spectacular way to grow. So, instead of setting goals for the New Year, I’m going to continue with my personal growth challenge.
I started my personal challenge on September 1st. I decided I would challenge myself for 30 days and see what happened. My challenge consisted of:
- Exercising 2-3 times a week. which is realistic for me. I knew if I told myself I had to exercise 5-7 times a week, I would quit because that seems insurmountable at where I was.
- I also decided to start eating vegan 3 times a week. I ordered 3 meals per week from Sprinly. Their food is really tasty and filling.
- I also decided I would read 10 minutes a day. The book I chose is, “Who you were meant to be” by Lindsay Gibson.
- My final task was to practice my skincare routine 5 times a week. I get bored with monotonous tasks, so 5 times/week was reasonable for me.
What I learned from this challenge is that I enjoy vegan food, however I get bored of food easily, so although there are a variety of meal options, after about 6 weeks, I was bored of Sprinly.
I enjoy using the rowing machine. We purchased a Concept II rower as I hate going to the gym. I do better if I have something to watch on TV while I am rowing because I can get bored.
Reading 10 minutes a day was easy as I often found myself reading beyond that. The book I chose is really good and I would recommend it to everyone!
Finally, my skincare routine worked out well 5 times a week.
I am getting to know myself better. I haven’t given myself a challenge for October; however, I kept up with the September challenge through October, and I do plan to implement a new challenge for November. I realize that for me, a break in between challenges will keep me motivated to want to give myself the next challenge. I do get bored easily, so if I did one every month, I would be over it quickly. One of my biggest takeaways is how much I need variety in many areas of my life as I get bored quickly. I need stimulation; however, too much stimulation makes me feel overwhelmed, and then I’m irritable and cranky. It’s really all about balance, finding the balance that works best for you!
My challenge for November is going to consist of:
- Walking outside at least 3-4 times a week.
- Eating healthy meals at least 3-4 times per week.
- Reading a chapter a day from the book ‘Behave‘ by Robert Sapolsky.
- Tidy the house with a 15 minute timer 5 times per week. It’s amazing what I can get done in 15 minutes.
I would love to hear about any personal challenges you are doing for yourself in the comments.
