Ninjakitten: Repurrcussion

[Terah]

Those gifs are hilarious! :D

 

And love your goals. Good luck on your battle against wonder woman! 

[deftona]

I love those gifs! (This is how I imagine your life goes a lot of the time )

[ninjakitten]

Those gifs are hilarious! :D

 

And love your goals. Good luck on your battle against wonder woman! 

 

Thanks Terah! 

 

I will do my utmost to be a good villain. Well, sort of.

 

I love those gifs! (This is how I imagine your life goes a lot of the time )

 

That is me.

[ninjakitten]

I am super late with this, but I still wanted to answer you guys, because you cheered me up quite a bit. Thank you! <3

 

I know the feeling that has been me since I started this up again. except my wanting to quit is week 2.... But that is why we have the Doodlies! To keep us on the wagon or at least on the forums which helps keep us accountable to some degree.

 

Thank you JC! Maybe it is a bit odd that I start worrying BEFORE the start. I just see all those possible problems (like not being fit yet) and I'll probably get my wisdom teeth removed at some point during this challenge and all that... and I think I won't make it to 100% so why bother. 

Not that not trying will help.

 

OMG... love the kittens! Too much cute.

There can never be enough cats on the interwebs!

 

I definitely have the 100% or bust problem as well. I just don't do well with moderation. My "half-assing it" quickly becomes "no-assing it".

 

Don't quit. We're here for you and believe in you and you're gunna do awesome!

 

Wait... There was french mutiny in the toast club?

 

100% true. But then the internet is about 90% cat pictures, so it seems we are on the right path already. 

 

I'll check to see if you keep up with the half-assing then.  

 

(There was a revolution, they fought for their independence... now they'll see what they get for that.)

 

I used to be like this. Try scoring yourself weekly out of 100%. Then, if you have a lapse, you can still get other 100%s. And if the wheels do completely fall off, make yourself some easier goals because it's a mental thing. The most important thing is to keep trying to achieve things so get that bit down first. Then try to make those achievements progressively harder. 

 

But keep going. Always! 

 

Maybe I should do that, thanks Def. Messing up one week doesn't sound quite as bad. I might change goals if something really is about to ruin the challenge for me. It worked well enough when I was ill. 

 

You're awesome, thank you so much.

 

THIS. 

 

I've struggled with the all or nothing mentality a lot before, and for me the most important thing isn't doing X item Y amount of times a week for Z minutes, it's about building small wins and giving myself positive momentum. A lot of the time I start with ridiculously easy goal (like meditate for 1 minute) and give myself full credit for that because it's way better than 0 minutes. And it does really help, I tend to get a lot more done when I take the pressure off. Make your goals a bit more flexible if you can and don't worry about doing a challenge, a week, or a day perfectly, just do one minute of each thing and it adds up!

 

 

Thanks Spooky! 

 

This is a thing I struggle with in many areas. I did that with my papers as well. Well, I did them in the end. But most of the time I was procrastinating it was in areas where I was sure I wouldn't get it perfect. (If there is such a thing.) "Why bother if it won't be good anyway?" ... kind of like that. It is odd to see how you can be aware of these things, but overcoming them is still a completely different struggle. 

 

I did follow your advice though. Just getting started should help in some areas.

 

It's the Week 0 pressure.  All that foreshadowing of our future failures but mostly successes.  You're lucky though.  Since you're a doodlie there is no escape anyway. 

 

Thanks Shello! You know, week 0 is an odd mixture of excitement and anxiousness at times. Good to know I won't get far when I try to escape anyway.

 

JUST SO YOU KNOW THIS IS NOW A THING (dont know for how long though) BOB ROSS ON TWITCH!

 

http://www.twitch.tv/bobross

 

JUST AS IT SHOULD BE!

 

(This is glorious. Really. I love it.) 

 

I came to encourage you to not quit before even starting...I'm staying for the cat pictures.

 

Good to know you're around again. I don't think I found your new challenge yet, I'll have a look. And thank you a lot for the encouragement! <3

 

No! Please come and spam my thread! My thread got very quiet when you were sick in the last challenge! 

 

Edit: And the new challenge is finally up!

 

Of course I will! Spamming is my #1 talent, you know it.

 

And a lovely new challenge. Can't wait for everything to get started now.

 

It's funny how pictures of kittens and puppies can help.

 

One of my work colleagues told me that her niece recently told her she wished she had superpowers. When asked what power she wanted she said she wanted two:

1 - To be able to turn boys into ice cream

2 - To make kittens appear when ever she wants.

 

Sounds like you could use those powers on your down days too.

 

I'm hoping that things pick up for you.

 

PS - I'm stalking along again.

 

Those must be the most awesome super powers ever. This girl is BRILLIANT! I'd so steal this idea...

 

And good to have you back again. Did you start a new challenge this time? 

[ninjakitten]

Oh also... Here's my Johari Window (part of the doodly PVP this week). If you have the time it'd be lovely if you gave it a shot.  (Or also create your own, it is quite interesting.) 

 

I am afraid to say that clumsy doesn't seem to be part of that list though.

 

 

(Sorry.) 

[deftona]

Oh also... Here's my Johari Window (part of the doodly PVP this week). If you have the time it'd be lovely if you gave it a shot.  (Or also create your own, it is quite interesting.) 

 

I am afraid to say that clumsy doesn't seem to be part of that list though.

 

 

(Sorry.) 

 

Your Johari Window links to that guy's window and his tape measurement troubles. 

 

The irony of this has not escaped me, oh clumsy one  

[ninjakitten]

Your Johari Window links to that guy's window and his tape measurement troubles. 

 

The irony of this has not escaped me, oh clumsy one

 

ARGH NOT AGAIN! 

 

Here it is! Why doesn't the internet just KNOW what I meant to link? 

 

[spooky]

Love your goals NK, especially the infomercial gifs, those are just priceless (and sometimes a very accurate representation of my struggles )

 

Filled out your Johari window as well <3 

[ninjakitten]

Love your goals NK, especially the infomercial gifs, those are just priceless (and sometimes a very accurate representation of my struggles )

 

Filled out your Johari window as well <3 

 

Thank you Spooky!  

 

The struggles are real!

 

[ElemHH]

Those must be the most awesome super powers ever. This girl is BRILLIANT! I'd so steal this idea...

 

And good to have you back again. Did you start a new challenge this time? 

 

Thanks, it's good to be back. When I'm not posting here to keep myself accountable, things fall apart.

Just got my new challenge thread up Elem is back and as weak as a kitten, Just a basic thread this time, no theme.

[ninjakitten]

Thanks, it's good to be back. When I'm not posting here to keep myself accountable, things fall apart.

Just got my new challenge thread up Elem is back and as weak as a kitten, Just a basic thread this time, no theme.

Weak as a *kitten*? What are you talking about Elem?

But it's good that you're back!

[SomeGuyFromScotland]

week 0 is an odd sickening mixture of excitement chocolate and anxiousness regret at times for 7 days. 

 

FTFY.

 

Although that's probably more of a reflection on my week 0 than yours.

[deftona]

FTFY.

 

Although that's probably more of a reflection on my week 0 than yours.

 

IMO if you haven't gained back at least 7 lbs on week 0 you've not done it right. 

 

Or you're sensible. I'm unsure which...

[ElemHH]

Weak as a *kitten*? What are you talking about Elem?

But it's good that you're back!

 

I didn't even see the link until i copied the link over, then i thought Oh, maybe i should clarify so it doesn't sound like an insult, add (but not a ninjakitten) after the url.

[Terah]

ARGH NOT AGAIN! 

 

Here it is! Why doesn't the internet just KNOW what I meant to link? 

 

It could be worse. It could have been the link to the super secret pancake document

[ninjakitten]

FTFY.

 

Although that's probably more of a reflection on my week 0 than yours.

 

It's closer to the truth than I care to admit.

 

IMO if you haven't gained back at least 7 lbs on week 0 you've not done it right. 

 

Or you're sensible. I'm unsure which...

 

I was aiming for 7lbs it seems. But then it is not my fault I had to eat so many sweets when no kids were here on Halloween. 

 

I didn't even see the link until i copied the link over, then i thought Oh, maybe i should clarify so it doesn't sound like an insult, add (but not a ninjakitten) after the url.

 

 

 

It's ok. You know we're not really weak. 

 

 

It could be worse. It could have been the link to the super secret pancake document

 

I wish I had that one....  

 

(Or it could have been a link to my favourite sploshing site.)

[Terah]

I wish I had that one....

 

Oh, not this time  

I linked the document last challenge to where actually the online deck of cards had to be...

[ninjakitten]

Oh, not this time

I linked the document last challenge to where actually the online deck of cards had to be...

 

I remember, but I was too late to check last time. 

 

[AthenaMM]

I love your theme and challenge, ninjakitten! Those infomercials always crack me up! An excellent choice of gifs so far!

[ninjakitten]

I love your theme and challenge, ninjakitten! Those infomercials always crack me up! An excellent choice of gifs so far!

Thanks Athena! I do worry a bit that there's too few to pick from but we'll see.

And I already forgot my day 1 summary. I'll do that after work.

[ninjakitten]

Temperatures are below zero degrees Celsius, it's freezing and you saw some idiot cleaning windows?

There's a good chance that was me. I can't believe what those old people make me do sometimes.

[spooky]

Temperatures are below zero degrees Celsius, it's freezing and you saw some idiot cleaning windows?

There's a good chance that was me. I can't believe what those old people make me do sometimes.

Did you do this?

[AshPS]

Hi there NJ!  

 

Finally managing to make it into your neck of the woods.

 

Love your goals and looking forward to following! You have an awesome sense of humor.

 

Hope your day is fabulous and your week 1 Rocks!

[Terah]

Temperatures are below zero degrees Celsius, it's freezing and you saw some idiot cleaning windows?

There's a good chance that was me. I can't believe what those old people make me do sometimes.

LOL, you're to good to those old people

[ninjakitten]

Quest # 1 – Diet

Track everything you stuff your face with. (2/7)

 

I wasn't doing well with MFP lately, so I switched to pen and paper for a change. First 2 days I managed. (Also as part of the fitbook thing not eating after 9pm... cause less snacks or so.) So far it's going well. Although looking up calories sucks, too. I don't know yet. But since I wanted to use the fitbook I'll stick with it for now. 

 

Quest # 2 – Exercise

Move for 30 minutes every day. No matter which form of exercise. Also plan it in advance. (2/7)

 

This is part of my duties as a villain this week. (Which definitely does make it more fun.) I decided for yoga as I am not fit yet and what can I say... I am not fit yet. I did 30 minutes yesterday and 40 minutes today. The hardest part so far is breathing. It usually isn't for me - not that I'm perfect - but it is nothing I usually consider to be THE most challenging part. But atm it definitely is. 

 

Quest # 3 – WATER

At least 8 glasses a day + tracking. (2/7)

 

I managed so far, but I end up drinking a huge part of it in the evening when I'm home and not really evenly distributed throughout the day, so this is something I could still improve. Tracking helps, I tend to overestimate how much I drink. (Sadly enough that is NOT what happens with my food intake.) 

 

Sidequest

10 minutes of cleaning each day. (2/7)

 

Also part of my goals as Veronica Cale. Yesterday I spend quite a bit of time on sorting through old files and shredding them and ... eew old paperwork. I'm glad it's gone. And cleaned the bathroom wall tiles... for the first time in forever. I don't know, it's not fun. Today I continued with my own windows. (It was no longer freezing though, once the sun was out it was actually a pretty nice day, so no extra points for this.) 

 

If anyone else hates cleaning windows and leaves streaks everywhere while cleaning.. once the windows are dry rubbing alcohol on newspaper is great. I always thought everyone does that. But old people made me realise that isn't quite true. So maybe it can make cleaning windows less of a pain in the ass for someone else, too. That would be awesome. <3

Unless you smoke while cleaning, maybe then it isn't as ideal. Although once everything is on fire you can stop worrying about streaks on your windows I suppose. 

 

(And I heard denim is great. Instead of newspaper. Haven't tried that yet, though.)