In the last issue I read about their five-week Spring Forward Challenge, which focuses on motivating women to "try new things, step out of their comfort zones, and pursue personal growth". Since this year I'm trying to focus on doing a wider variety of activities, signing up for the challenge seemed to be a great way to accomplish that.
Today I received an email with the challenges for the first week. I am to try a new type of tea, coffee, or snack I haven't tasted before and reach out to a friend I haven't heard from in months. There was also a bonus challenge to begin a gratitude journal. At the bottom of the message was an additional invitation to join a dedicated Facebook group for the challenge.
I am looking forward to seeing where this challenge takes me and what I learn about myself.
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Have fun with this one!
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteThat would be too many Challenges for me personally, smiles, but I do Hope you have Fun with it and see where it takes you? If nothing else, it will make for some good Blog Fodder Posts, No? *Winks*
ReplyDeleteBlog fodder is always good :-)
DeleteIn retirement I find I am always looking for some challenges. Sounds like you found something you'll enjoy.
ReplyDeleteI like that no one (except myself) is holding me accountable for the project.
DeleteThis sounds worthwhile. It's good to challenge oneself.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I need a kick in the butt.
DeleteYes! This sounds great! Doing something new and different gives zest to life!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more.
DeleteI love stepping out of my comfort zone and I applaud you for accepting the challenge!!!! You go, Girl.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind words.
DeleteSounds fun and good for one's mental health and for making connections and building community.
ReplyDeleteLeft to my own devices I tend to stick to known things and avoid new connections.
DeleteThis sounds like a fantastic way to keep your 'variety' goal on track. I’m currently in the final days of my own fitness challenge, so I totally relate to that feeling of staying vigilant and pushing for growth. Trying a new snack or tea is a fun, low-stakes way to start—definitely easier than cleaning out a 'hellscape' of a shed! Can’t wait to hear what new flavors you discover.
ReplyDeleteI agree that a new drink or snack is way easier than physical labor.
DeleteInteresting and looking forward to a report on it, including the gratitude element. Some of us did that on Facebook a few years back and it was rewarding.
ReplyDeleteI have kept a gratitude list or journal off and on for several years.
DeleteVery interesting and challenging. The snacks and drinks would be easy for me...it's joining a new group that would be difficult...not because I don't like meeting new people and finding interest in other groups, but simply because I do not have time right now. best of luck with this Kathy
ReplyDeleteYou have a whole bunch going on in your life!
DeleteWhat a great challenge. That sounds fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!
ReplyDeleteThe group idea is incredibly interesting
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