Recycled from my old blog...
I am going to try this again. Whats different from last year when I first started this task? Insight, I know that I want to experience as many things as possible and try as many things as possible while I can...
The main purpose of this blog was to chronicle my life and new things that I learn along the way. I have to admit that I have been slacking on my list. It's not that I don't have time to focus on it or the resources. I've just been lazy. Browsing the web this morning I can across a site called Day Zero. The site challenges people to make a list of 101 things to do in a specific amount of time. Maybe this is the structure I need. Here are the guidelines:
DayZeroProject
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focused. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
But thinking of 101 things seemed like a daunting task for me. The list on my blog has only 14 things. I've decided to break the goals up into categories and work from there adding goals as they interest me. Any suggestions to things I should add will be welcomed. I'll update the list once a month with my progress and failures.
Here are my categories
I am going to try this again. Whats different from last year when I first started this task? Insight, I know that I want to experience as many things as possible and try as many things as possible while I can...
The main purpose of this blog was to chronicle my life and new things that I learn along the way. I have to admit that I have been slacking on my list. It's not that I don't have time to focus on it or the resources. I've just been lazy. Browsing the web this morning I can across a site called Day Zero. The site challenges people to make a list of 101 things to do in a specific amount of time. Maybe this is the structure I need. Here are the guidelines:
DayZeroProject
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focused. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
But thinking of 101 things seemed like a daunting task for me. The list on my blog has only 14 things. I've decided to break the goals up into categories and work from there adding goals as they interest me. Any suggestions to things I should add will be welcomed. I'll update the list once a month with my progress and failures.
Here are my categories
- Philanthropy and Acts of Kindness
- Family
- Fitness
- Fun
- Creativity
- Travel and Culture
- Marriage
- Save the Planet / Being Green
- Misc