Boy, they sure are going fast. The years, I mean. Here I am, thinking about resolutions, changes and goals for the upcoming new year. I don't really know where to begin. Yoga says that we should set intentions and not goals. I always have lots of intentions. They are always the same.
I intend to get a grip on my food. Yes, I'm at a good weight but will I ever really be happy with my weight? I am at a weight now that I can hold without any trouble, or work. I eat what I want and exercise almost every day. Now that I'm teaching yoga exercise is not a problem. My eating is, however, terrible. If Richard knew he would have a field day with me. I am going to set an intention to be more mindful of my food. I will pay more attention not only to what I eat but to what I eat when I am eating it. I remember a few years back when Laura, Beth, Vennie and I were the "Fab Four" (not anymore, long story) I talked about yogic eating. Slowing down while eating and really noticing the tastes and textures of the food. I am going to do that this year and I am going to start today. I am not going to wait until "next year".
Another intention that concerns food is that I intend to cook more at home. We spend way too much money on eating out and not only does it cost lots of money but it's full of salt and totally bad for you. I was recently at Bob's office and he said that if my blood pressure doesn't go down he is going to increase my blood pressure meds. Salt is one of the reasons for my higher blood pressure. Salt is found in restaurant food. I am going to try to cook outside the box and make some new recipes that don't include salt. I really don't want my health to be effected by my eating.
Speaking of health I intend to incorporate a little more exercise into my life. I ordered Bob Harper's DVD's that were on sale which I'm hoping will help. I walked 4 miles yesterday at the track and I am going to go back to some weight training. Three times a week should be sufficient however every day would be better. I want to get back to the track more often and maybe some pilates to flatten the stomach too.
I intend to save money. I need to save money so that we can go to Glacier National Park for Kerry's wedding in August. She is getting married on Irv's birthday, August 11. Pat and I are going to buy a new car (finally) and take a really long road trip. Kerry bought us a tent for Christmas and I have the camper's stove so just an air mattress and we are ready to go. I want to have a lot of money to spend on this trip. I need to be more mindful about my spendable cash if I want to attend my daughter's wedding without any money worries.
I still have some time before the new year comes but I think this is a good start for my intentions. I guess the goals will have to wait. :)
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