Good thing number one: Slightly improved air quality after a difficult couples of days (including orange Wednesday) because the West and its people are really suffering right now. Good thing number two: A lazy day following camping because it was a good reminder that rest and relaxation are just as crucial as being productive. Good
So few grains of happinessmeasured against all the darkand still the scales balance. The world asks of usonly the strength we have and we give it.Then it asks more, and we give it. From “The Weighing” by Jane Hershfield August highlightscompleted 64 workouts (strength, yoga, strength, cycle, hiking, running)exceeded activity goal of 25,000 calories burnedperfect
Good thing number one: Finally getting into the dentist because it was the most normal-feeling experience I’ve had with someone other than my husband in five months. (You know we’re living in strange times when a trip to the dentist makes the gratitude list.) Good thing number two: Ordering a bunch of jeans in a
Good thing number one: Another opportunity to give back and connect virtually via mapping our world because being an online mapper is an easy and effective way to make a difference in the world. Good thing number two: Continuing to challenge and improve my physical health each week because it’s good for my body and
Good thing number one: Obtaining a Psychology of Leadership certificate from Cornell University because it was a worthwhile program that has already helped me become a more effective and compassionate leader. Good thing number two: Successful completion of the Pelothon 2020 challenge because I can and I did. #houseofshineGood thing number three: Rising above the fog
Good thing number one: Submitting the final assignment for the last course to complete the program to earn the certificate because it was a worthwhile program, and it feels good to be done. Good thing number two: A week where I challenged myself physically but didn’t blow it out of the water like last week
Even in the middle of a global pandemic, when you’re yearning for the things you cannot do, there are so many opportunities to do. You just have to shift your mindset to “instead.” As I reflect on another month in this strange new normal, I am grateful for the instead. The month, like so many
Good thing number one: Surviving the DMV and finally completing the final to-dos for our California move because it’s a relief to finally cross that off the list. Bonus point because I ended up not having to take the driver’s test (one good thing about COVID-19). Good thing number two: Upping my Peloton game with
Good thing number one: Successfully completed the first week of Pelothon 2020 and participated in my first live ride as part of the #Schweloton family because day by day I’m stronger and more confident in my body. Good thing number two: Farmers’ markets (donning masks) and fresh flowers because summer hasn’t been the same without
Good thing number one: Getting back into a regular cadence of giving back + doing good through volunteering (even if it can’t be done in-person) because it’s important to me to make this a part of my life — and I’ve missed it. If you’re looking for ideas in this space, here are a few
