Goals for 2018
Back again with a brand new post waheeeeey.
I always feel like once I get back into blogging I get all these ideas and I can't stop myself from spamming my blog page with unnecessary posts. But this one is sort-of necessary for myself, and I thought people might be interested in reading it. I might be wrong...who cares.
In my last post I reflected on the goals I set myself for 2017 and went back to see if I've met any of them (you can read that here). And yet again, I am going to set myself some goals and then at the end of 2018, I will see if I met them.
I never really get sentimental about years that have gone by, and I've never bought into this 'new year, new me' stuff because I don't want to change myself (because quite frankly I'm *&^$£@! great) I just want new experiences and to make the most out of myself. I don't really go with this whole 'I'm ready to leave 2017 and go into 2018, let's hope it treats me well' kind of crap either because New Year isn't really significant to me and never has been. It's another year that's gone and another year that's coming. It's just time and *&^% happens, it's just going to keep on happening so I'm not going to pretend that the transition from 2017 to 2018 is going to be plain sailing and not give me any grief at all because it's just life and I won't be surprised if I have a whole wealth of upsetting, happy, stressful and exciting experiences. Stuff doesn't automatically renew itself, you're still 'you' and nothing dramatic changes as soon as it turns midnight on 31st December. And to be honest, I know that sounds like I'm pooping on the party but it's really not a bad thing. Just keep being yourself.
But, I like making lists and I like setting goals. I set goals for myself every single week, every single day. So I might as well set them for the new year. I'm not going to refer to them as 'new years resolutions' though because we all know that people only stick to those for the first two weeks of the new year and then go back to normal. I'm going to make sure these goals are actually achievable so that doesn't happen.
4. Get another job
In all seriousness, I need a new job because I am in desperate need of money. Money to save for my future and also money I can spend towards getting a car, fuel and insurance so I can be more mobile, see more people and visit more places. Ideally, this job will be relevant to my degree and career prospects but if not I can't complain because a job is a job.
5. Stop drinking energy drinks
I started drinking energy drinks from the age of about fifteen and have loved them ever since. I don't always drink them for energy, I just really like the taste of them. I used to have around five a day and have relied on them during times where I needed to get work done. Loads of people have told me this habit is dangerous and I need to stop but I always kept saying 'yeah yeah I will stop just give me time'. Other people actually tell me this habit isn't even that bad like it's not like I'm addicted to cocaine or something but honestly, it's still pretty bad. People have died from having too many stimulants and I'm not going to lie there has been the odd occasion where I thought I was going to have a heart attack after drinking stuff like Monster and Relentless. Yet I still continue to drink them which is a bit of a *&$% move. So this year I'm going to try and go cold turkey and cut them out altogether.
6. Pass my second year with a first
In my first year, I passed with a first at 79%. This year, despite being increasingly worried about what results I'm going to get for my first semester's assignments, I am aiming to pass with a first again, but this time at 85%. This is just an aim and it may be a bit ambitious but it is what I want. If it's just under 85% I will still be just as happy.
7. Get good at calligraphy
Over the past few months, I have taken an interest in calligraphy and wanted to practice it. I now have all the kit I need and am aiming to get really good, especially over my five-month summer break. If I get really good I am actually considering being really cliche and opening my own Etsy store to sell framed prints, illustrations and stuff, so watch this space.
I always feel like once I get back into blogging I get all these ideas and I can't stop myself from spamming my blog page with unnecessary posts. But this one is sort-of necessary for myself, and I thought people might be interested in reading it. I might be wrong...who cares.
In my last post I reflected on the goals I set myself for 2017 and went back to see if I've met any of them (you can read that here). And yet again, I am going to set myself some goals and then at the end of 2018, I will see if I met them.
I never really get sentimental about years that have gone by, and I've never bought into this 'new year, new me' stuff because I don't want to change myself (because quite frankly I'm *&^$£@! great) I just want new experiences and to make the most out of myself. I don't really go with this whole 'I'm ready to leave 2017 and go into 2018, let's hope it treats me well' kind of crap either because New Year isn't really significant to me and never has been. It's another year that's gone and another year that's coming. It's just time and *&^% happens, it's just going to keep on happening so I'm not going to pretend that the transition from 2017 to 2018 is going to be plain sailing and not give me any grief at all because it's just life and I won't be surprised if I have a whole wealth of upsetting, happy, stressful and exciting experiences. Stuff doesn't automatically renew itself, you're still 'you' and nothing dramatic changes as soon as it turns midnight on 31st December. And to be honest, I know that sounds like I'm pooping on the party but it's really not a bad thing. Just keep being yourself.
But, I like making lists and I like setting goals. I set goals for myself every single week, every single day. So I might as well set them for the new year. I'm not going to refer to them as 'new years resolutions' though because we all know that people only stick to those for the first two weeks of the new year and then go back to normal. I'm going to make sure these goals are actually achievable so that doesn't happen.
1. Pass my driving test
No joking around this is actually a priority and I need to do this ASAP. I'm twenty-one years old now and I've been learning for eighteen months, I need to get mobile and it will just be so much more convenient for myself and other people if I can drive. As soon as I'm back from Oman I'm going to get my arse into gear (hahaha gear...cars...driving? No shut up Liv), book more lessons, practice in my mum's car and pass my test.
2. Go to the gym at least three times a week
And do a sufficient work-out. I know this is no different to everyone else's new year goals but I have used the gym since I was sixteen and actually enjoy going, I've just made less time to go over recent months and as a result, I look like jelly. I'm going to aim to go at least three times a week and schedule it into my diary so I can start to see some results. It doesn't even have to be an independent workout, I'm counting HIIT classes, swimming, etc.
3. Take more opportunities
Until Summer 2017, I've never had the confidence to take on opportunities for my personal and professional development. Then, I applied to be a travel nanny and was successful with my application. I also had an amazing Summer, thrived and had the time of my life. I honestly thought I wouldn't even make it through the application process but I was proved wrong. From now on, I'm going to tell myself in moments of doubt that I can do it, and that I have nothing to lose by even just enquiring and applying to new opportunities. If I get declined, I should just ask for feedback and try again some other time. What's the worst that could happen?
In all seriousness, I need a new job because I am in desperate need of money. Money to save for my future and also money I can spend towards getting a car, fuel and insurance so I can be more mobile, see more people and visit more places. Ideally, this job will be relevant to my degree and career prospects but if not I can't complain because a job is a job.
5. Stop drinking energy drinks
I started drinking energy drinks from the age of about fifteen and have loved them ever since. I don't always drink them for energy, I just really like the taste of them. I used to have around five a day and have relied on them during times where I needed to get work done. Loads of people have told me this habit is dangerous and I need to stop but I always kept saying 'yeah yeah I will stop just give me time'. Other people actually tell me this habit isn't even that bad like it's not like I'm addicted to cocaine or something but honestly, it's still pretty bad. People have died from having too many stimulants and I'm not going to lie there has been the odd occasion where I thought I was going to have a heart attack after drinking stuff like Monster and Relentless. Yet I still continue to drink them which is a bit of a *&$% move. So this year I'm going to try and go cold turkey and cut them out altogether.
6. Pass my second year with a first
In my first year, I passed with a first at 79%. This year, despite being increasingly worried about what results I'm going to get for my first semester's assignments, I am aiming to pass with a first again, but this time at 85%. This is just an aim and it may be a bit ambitious but it is what I want. If it's just under 85% I will still be just as happy.
7. Get good at calligraphy
Over the past few months, I have taken an interest in calligraphy and wanted to practice it. I now have all the kit I need and am aiming to get really good, especially over my five-month summer break. If I get really good I am actually considering being really cliche and opening my own Etsy store to sell framed prints, illustrations and stuff, so watch this space.
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So that's that. I'm sorry it's a really odd amount of goals for the new year. It's frustrating me how I didn't get up to ten goals too but I honestly couldn't think of any more goals and I'm not going to sit here and conjure up meaningless goals in my own head for the sake of a blog post because I know I won't stick to them. These are planned and these goals are the ones I actually want to achieve.
Whatever you're doing this NYE I hope you enjoy it. Stay safe, don't drink and drive/get in a car with someone who's drinking and driving. Have fun, have a good one and all the best.
Buh bye now xox
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