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This column is part of my Imperfect Perfectionist column, which normally runs on Monday and Tuesday unless I eat too much, drink too much, or just don't feel like doing it. I write about a quandary on Monday and Kristin from Livable Solutions kristin@theorganizedlifestylestore.com who is a professional organizer, answers back on Tuesday. Last week she gave me advice on how to keep my New Year Resolutions. Here is my report, keeping in mind that I am work in progress. Krisitin, when I read your advice I began writing my list of resolutions as though I were ten years old writing my Christmas List. When I was done, I had enough resolutions on the paper to wallpaper the room, never mind post it on the mirror. Your voice came into my head and I immediately reverted back to the Catholic Guilt Syndrome. If I loaded my list with too many things, I would do nothing and then wallow in the familiar feeling of guilt that that enters the room, surrounds my body, and then finds the openings to my pours. I stopped and began talking out loud to myself (yes I do frequently.) "If you do this to yourself, you'll regret it." The voice in my head kicked in. "No Wendy don't listen, you are capable of at least 20 resolutions. You are a Superwoman who doesn't need sleep, food, or bathroom breaks." Wavering between the two voices, I decided to prioritize my resolutions,which brought me back to my original list.
I have laminated these eight resolutions, and posted them in my Bathroom, car, by my bed, my office, on the dog (just kidding.) My reward for doing good: I get one free hour to watch Brothers and Sisters or to read a dopey chick book, guilt free. So far, I am finding that if I prepare nightly for the next day; look at calendar, get dinner ingredients ready, pack bag for the gym, pack lunches, get breakfast together, and make it into bed for 9pm, I start the following day with flying colors. I wake up at 4:45 to work out and shower, so by the time I get the kids moving, I have had two free hours that were devoted to just me. If I decide to blow off my nightly routine and have a glass of wine, I am done for the next day. I will keep you posted on the latest Brother's and Sister's because Girl, I feel strong! |
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