Well, there goes the first week of 2017. It’s been an
interesting one! I didn’t make any resolutions but I did set a few intentions
instead. Not sure if intentions sound less pressured than resolutions but it
works for me.... I have all the usual suspects covered. Eat more healthily, do
more exercise, meditate regularly, make time for self practice of Reiki, have
fun etc.
However, one intention has been more accidental and this one
has given me lots of things to think about this week. I spent a very enjoyable
evening with my beautiful friend Mrs S just before New Year. We chatted, we
drank, we ate good food and drank some more. We giggled (and drank) and
listened to great music. Did I mention the drink? I actually rarely drink to
excess (despite what others might tell you!) but this one was a doozy. I
suffered all the next day, and the day after that. Now, at no point did I consciously
decide to give up alcohol but after a few days I did feel a bit better, then a
lot better and my mind started suggesting “Oo, why don’t we try Dry January?
That might be fun! Bet we can’t do it!” Around this time, coincidentally, two
inspirational ladies that I follow online posted items around alcohol and
giving up. To be fair both Rae and Sas have totally given up and I am not even suggesting
that at the moment. Mine is more about let’s see how this goes. Bearing in mind
I have both my birthday and a trip to Gran Canaria with a friend planned this
month it could be a bigger challenge than I thought.
But, the positives so far have been great – and even DH has
noticed. He did sheepishly mention that he thought I was drinking a bit too
much. Not lots, but most nights I had a drink or two to ‘unwind’. Now I am
discovering the joy of the evening cuppa and all manner of sparkling juices! Hmmm,
if only I can get to grips with my salt and vinegar crisp habit too :)
Hope you are finding success with any resolutions or intentions
that you have set for 2017 – would love to hear what they are!
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