[Mahalak]

I know it is not an obligation to do challenges, but despite my failure to keep up tracking and reporting, I WANT to be accountable for these things. And so I try again.

 

Tai Chi - minimum three times per week

I'm doing well with exercise, but I am intrigued by this practice as martial art that I can perform. As someone who didn't know I had a body until a few years ago, it is a way to maintain and strengthen that connection. One day I can imagine taking a class, but for now I practice by video or app.

 

3s - Big 3 and 3 Gratitudes

Even when I'm not feeling as rudderless as I am now, my life is pretty free flowing. Not always good, as making the bed can end up feeling like the only thing I accomplished on my to do list. Step #1: create a to do list! And as much as I take time to breathe each day, I don't always take time to appreciate, be grateful.

 

Read professionally and for leisure daily

It's such an important part of my life, but often gets short-shrift.

 

NF Check-in - share and/or comment 3 times per week minimum

I am a loner by nature, but I don't always want to be. NF is a community, and I'm grateful when I discover someone is checking up on me. So I need to report in more often, and affirm others in their journey. NF is a community, and I want to be in community - not just dipping my toe in occasionally.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[juliebarkley]

Here.

[athousandwords]

On 10/23/2021 at 10:29 AM, Mahalak said:

I know it is not an obligation to do challenges

 

I've even heard it's supposed to be fun.  

 

On 10/23/2021 at 10:29 AM, Mahalak said:

NF Check-in - share and/or comment 3 times per week minimum

I am a loner by nature, but I don't always want to be. NF is a community, and I'm grateful when I discover someone is checking up on me. So I need to report in more often, and affirm others in their journey. NF is a community, and I want to be in community - not just dipping my toe in occasionally.

 

 I think a lot of us struggle with this! But I always find that I stick to my goals better when I'm engaging with the community - I hope it works for you too!

 

Maybe posting your Big 3 or Gratitudes here daily will help with the accountability and the posting?

[Mahalak]

19 hours ago, athousandwords said:

I've even heard it's supposed to be fun.

Now that's just crazy talk! Fun?! 🤪

 

"Maybe posting your Big 3 or Gratitudes here daily will help with the accountability and the posting?"

Thanks! That's a great idea!💡

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes

Progress on a frustrating, long-running business matter

Not happy about health situation, but grateful for insurance

for colleagues and friends

[athousandwords]

Congrats on the progress and good support system! You hear about so many toxic workplaces, it's always refreshing to find someone who enjoys their colleagues and can make progress on challenges!

[Mahalak]

10 hours ago, athousandwords said:

You hear about so many toxic workplaces, it's always refreshing to find someone who enjoys their colleagues and can make progress on challenges!

Well, actually, I just separated from a toxic workplace. My colleagues are the fellow pastors I work with in other capacities. But I do appreciate your understanding the value of enjoyable colleagues!

 

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes for the Day

- a compassionate and competent primary care provider

- a manageable diagnosis, if indeed there is something to diagnose

- opportunities to serve

- Ted Lasso Season 1 Finale

 

Daily Do

-Continuing Education reading

-Continuing Education video

-Clean

-Tai Chi

[athousandwords]

11 hours ago, Mahalak said:

Ted Lasso Season 1 Finale

 

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes:

The generosity of shared gifts

opportunities to help the church

cleaning, even when I didn't want to (and for my wife who does so much in our household that she doesn't always want to do!)

 

Daily Do:

Much I have to do tomorrow, so what - having a choice - am I committing to do?

Gym

NF check-in

Tai Chi

Beaumont book

 

[Chesire]

On 10/23/2021 at 10:29 AM, Mahalak said:

I know it is not an obligation to do challenges, but despite my failure to keep up tracking and reporting, I WANT to be accountable for these things. And so I try again.

Thank goodness!  I do keep an eye out for you 👀

[athousandwords]

18 hours ago, Mahalak said:

Much I have to do tomorrow, so what - having a choice - am I committing to do?

 

Love this perspective. Hope you get it all done!

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes

Had a short break, and while driving past gym I stopped to get in 30 minutes cardio, tended to my scheduled appointment, then went back to gym for workout and additional cardio

had a cultural literacy assessment and spiritual formation education event, and within hours had an opportunity to risk and implement what I'd learned about myself.

opportunity to serve God and others by presiding at funeral

 

All in all, a good day!

 

Daily Do

Gym

Read professionally for upcoming training

Get some much needed/desired R&R in the midst of some busier days

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes

A good workout

A taste of warm weather

reconnecting with several old friends

 

Daily Do

Morning Prayer

6 Panera Oct Special bagels +?

Beaumont book

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes

Solved NPR Sunday Puzzle for next week and submitted the answer!

Good day of worship

A Steeler win, and more importantly, texting with my son throughout the game

Dinner with mother-in-law

 

Daily Do

Continue Beaumont and start Beta Read

Call doctor, vacuum store, committee work

Gym, despite very full day

[Mahalak]

On 10/28/2021 at 7:20 PM, Chesire said:

Thank goodness!  I do keep an eye out for you 👀

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it!

 

[athousandwords]

On 10/29/2021 at 9:55 PM, Mahalak said:

Had a short break, and while driving past gym I stopped to get in 30 minutes cardio, tended to my scheduled appointment, then went back to gym for workout and additional cardio

had a cultural literacy assessment and spiritual formation education event, and within hours had an opportunity to risk and implement what I'd learned about myself.

opportunity to serve God and others by presiding at funeral

 

WOW, that is some day! Honestly I was just impressed you went to the gym twice, let alone everything else!

 

Sounds like you had a lovely weekend - congrats on a Steelers win! Best of luck in the week ahead! 

[Mahalak]

A day behind on gratitudes, not shocking considering the day....

Gratitudes for 11/2

• opportunity to serve by being a Judge of Elections
• a great team for my election board, including one new person (you never know how that will go)
• coming home to the love and care of my wife, who had her own very long day, made longer by staying up to see me and celebrate a day gone well.

[athousandwords]

3 hours ago, Mahalak said:

opportunity to serve by being a Judge of Elections

 

Thank you for being a good citizen and beyond! Yesterday was a looong day for many of us. I'm having to focus on the positives today and thought of you when I woke up and decided to be grateful. ❤️ 

[Mahalak]

And now, gratitudes for today!

woke up late after staying up late. Thought about skipping breakfast, which can lead to big-time eating later in day. Instead, ate a healthy bowl of yogurt, fruit, granola.

Going to gym, even when I really had no desire to do so. Late in the day, lots to do. But the gym isn't just a hobby, it is a part of my day.

Grateful that Sarah is okay. The baby can arrive any time!

 

Tomorrow Daily Do

last transition video

start beta read

continue IDI

[Mahalak]

5 hours ago, athousandwords said:

Thank you for being a good citizen and beyond! Yesterday was a looong day for many of us. I'm having to focus on the positives today and thought of you when I woke up and decided to be grateful.

Thank YOU! Your words mean a lot. The world is a challenging place, but it feels better if I can contribute a little something to improve the situation.

[Chesire]

22 hours ago, Mahalak said:

Instead, ate a healthy bowl of yogurt, fruit, granola.

win!

 

22 hours ago, Mahalak said:

Going to gym, even when I really had no desire to do so. Late in the day, lots to do. But the gym isn't just a hobby, it is a part of my day.

you really pulled through on those commitments

[juliebarkley]

On 11/3/2021 at 7:27 PM, Mahalak said:

Thought about skipping breakfast, which can lead to big-time eating later in day. Instead, ate a healthy bowl of yogurt, fruit, granola.

Going to gym, even when I really had no desire to do so. Late in the day, lots to do. But the gym isn't just a hobby, it is a part of my day.

Seconding this win. Sticking with what you know is the good and kind thing for yourself when you don't feel like it is worth celebrating.

[Mahalak]

No excuses. But I can get back on the horse that threw me. (except that makes it sound like the horse is responsible for my falling off the grid, rather than me.)

 

Some gratitudes that I wish I'd posted over the past few days...

My wife's well-being after the car she was driving had an up close and personal experience with a deer.

My wife's support and companionship in this time of uncertainty

The opportunity to tell my son of my love for him, and to have him understand that. (True with my daughter as well, another reason for thanksgiving, but there was a particular event with him this week.)

Accountability buddies near and far.

[Mahalak]

Gratitudes a plenty!

leading worship this morning, and feeling like I preached a Spirit-led sermon quite appropriate to the context (expected, if it really was Spirit-led!)

watching Call the Midwife with my wife, and her feeling much better after her COVID booster

tech time with both kids today, for hours each

Witnessing my wife's and daughter's joy at the Adele concert on TV, and even enjoying it myself (even if I'm unlikely to search out her music on Spotify)