I am graduating from Sorenson Political Leaders Program (PLP) next week. My project this year was the PLP program (& get Obama/Perriello elected among other things).
Last year, I ran for City Council;
The year before, I started my own business;
In 2005, we moved back to Cville and bought our first house;
In 2004, I had baby #2;
In 2003, I had baby #1;
In 2002, I got married;
In 2001, I graduated from law school, studied for, passed bar, first protective order (ugh).
I am thinking 2009 I can refocus on my own wellness, since in all the hubbub since 2001 I havent had much time for that (and it shows itself in many ways).
What does wellness mean? Do I join a gym, like Waldo or Jim? Do I get a hobby like Marijean (knitting, not the pies)?
If I give myself a goal, which any good type A'er does, what should it be, besides lose weight. Something a bit more than physical wellness is on my mind. I am open to suggestions. Luckily I have a few more weeks to figure it out.
Here are some thoughts I have:
Writing- I do enjoy writing and if I write then maybe I will feel more wellness.
Church- I could do some church tours and see if going to church will bring some feeling of wellness.
Travel- ? not sure if travel brings wellness, I frequently get ill after traveling.
Hiring someone to clean my house regularly (as if, but I think it would bring some calmness to my life).
Quitting all the things that annoy me- I cant figure out if I would be more annoyed without these things or less (I know my bosses would be happier).
Eat healthier- obviously (and eating right does take some work).
Exercise- I dont think I will join a gym until I can demonstrate my own capacity to exercise without a gym..
Meditation- I like the sound of having time to meditate (I read Eat, Pray, Love so of course for a 21st century girl like myself meditation seems like a good idea)
Here is what I will NOT be doing
1. running for office- not that this is news.
2. quitting my job (as I get better at my job, I feel more wellness, and even though its challenging A LOT, this is a good thing).
3. signing up to lead crap- clearly someone else can do it, if it must be done.
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Congratulations on graduation!
Join the gym - I've re-discovered how much better I feel physically and psychologically after exercising consistently.
I hear you on the "not volunteering" part - I'm finding that saying no more often is a key to wellness.
PS - I received a solicitation for $$ from Sorensen - I guess my not getting accepted was not enough to keep me off their list. :)
Here's to saying no and letting other people lead crap! I call 2009 the year of Jennifer and Marijean doing LESS. Less. It's the new More. BTW, knitting -- it rocks. Feeling very well. You should join me.
Wellness is a good one. I don't have the time or patience to join a gym, so I'm going to walk to work more often. When I can. Walking is a good way to accomplish mostly everything, and the best reason to live in the City of Charlottesville.
Thanks for all of your suggestions and thoughts. I love the idea of knitting myself a UVA scarf.
I think walking would help my stress level ALOT. Stay tuned.
Another vote for the gym, if you can find the time. I make time twice a week and feel great.
I bike to work on most days (only about 2 miles) but I don't think that helps with "wellness". It just makes me more jumpy around SUVs.
My goal this year is to train for a triathlon. I'd love a training buddy for runs (using the term very loosely) and bike rides.
Forget running for office and just start running. The Womens 4 Miler training program is coming up in June. I've just started blogging about my adventures as a new runner. Might be a tad soon to direct you there, but what the hell!It changed my life, and I am now one of the most unlikely running enthusiasts.
Jennifer,
I love this post. I'm taking a break from the Junior League and overextending myself in general. Have fun exploring all the ways to get back to wellness! I'm also considering mediation. A book that I re-read recently is Girl Seeks Bliss: Zen and the Art of Modern Life Maintenance. It's a quick and interesting read that jump starts the meditation process. Keep in touch! It's been too long.
Sarah
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Join the gym - I've re-discovered how much better I feel physically and psychologically after exercising consistently.
I hear you on the "not volunteering" part - I'm finding that saying no more often is a key to wellness.
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