In my last blog entry, I said I felt like I hadn't "done a whole lot" since October 8, 2010. Maybe I should have given myself more credit. Here is what I found as I reviewed:
I am glad I took the time to create a page for my "Twelve Month Plan." Not only does it list some of the goals and intentions I have for my sixtieth year, I have noted some of the activities I've done in support of those goals and intentions. This is in itself has been valuable - both to help me keep focused and to record my progress.
The big "aha!" moment for me was the realization that there are more words in the Plan describing what I DID do than what I DIDN'T do. It is so easy to look at - and brood over - what I haven't done or where I think I've fallen short. But, when I read my Plan, I can see the steps I've actually taken (with substantiating evidence!).
I can scold myself for what hasn't happened and feel discouraged or guilty. Or, I can appreciate what has happened and feel pleased and thankful. (And, I can use this information to update my Twelve Year Plan as I enter the second half of my sixtieth year.)
Stay tuned.
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