What have you been putting off? Whether it’s a haircut, a check up, or an oil change, I challenge you this week to make the appointment you’ve been avoiding.
Stop avoiding the things you’re worried about, and make time for the things that matter.
Weekly challenges are designed to help you know yourself better, step outside your comfort zone, and be a little more mindful. A new one goes up every Sunday.
Talk to Your Neighbor
Research has proven that connecting to people makes us happier. This week, I challenge you to connect with someone in your neighborhood. Borrow a cup of sugar, take over a plate of cookies, or say thank you for that time they brought in your garbage cans.
Make an excuse. Stretch. Push. Connect.
Set The Tone
Mornings can set the tone for the rest of the day. Mornings are also when many of us find ourselves running around like headless chickens directing traffic, which isn’t exactly the tone most of us want for our lives.
While it’s easy to blame dawdling children, spouses who sleep in, annoying drivers, and broken coffee machines for a rough morning, we still (usually) hold the power of our day in our own hands.
This week, I challenge you to add something to your morning routine that will brighten your day. Listen to your favorite song while you shower. Get up 15 minutes early to stretch. Take the time to dress well and put on jewelry. Whatever equates to a good morning for you, make it a priority this week.
Print a Photo
Pictures are a great tool for increasing our gratitude. They remind us of happy moments and the people we love. In today’s digital world, however, many of our photos never make it past the digital phase. While digital photos let us store a lot more memories than we could before, they don’t have the advantage of serving as physical reminders of our blessings.
This week I challenge you to pick at least one photo that represents a favorite memory. Print it out and display it in a place where you can relive that memory daily.
