Autumn intentions
It's a new season, and like many others, I'm craving a fresh start. So, I thought I would share my autumn intentions to (hopefully) inspire you and to hold myself accountable. I just want to put in a huge disclaimer that these intentions are not something I will force myself to tick off every. Also, I don't think you should copy mine or someone else's Autumn habits TM either, but think about what suits you in your life and what you like.
No phone before 8.30 nor after 21.30 or during meal times. I have realized that I don't own my mind anymore but am constantly connected and scrolling. I used to have phone screen time under one hour a day and now I have an average of over two hours a day. However, the amount of screen time is not what I find most worrying, it's the need for constant distractions I have. On that topic, I'm interested in reading Lost Connections by Johann Hari. Has anyone of you read it?
I would like to read for 20-30 min every day. This is a habit I love but I know tends to slip as soon as summer is over.
Strive to walk 7-10k steps outside every day. I know that this one will be the hardest for me especially when it gets darker outside. Also, I usually work out at the gym after work which leaves little time to get in steps outside but I will use this intention as a reminder to myself to find some time outside when I can.
Drink 2 litres of water every day.
Work out four times a week. Now this habit is a little bit different even though it doesn't appear that way at first. I have had quite a solid workout routine where I've been to the gym 5-7 days a week for many years so, my intention is actually to workout a little bit less. I've not always had the best relationship with the gym and my body and that was driving me to the gym for a long time. Now it's a lot better. What I want to achieve with this intention is to free up timef to do other things on weekdays than working out. Like for example, a date night with M or a cava and clay after work with my friends.
15 min a day of cleaning up in the house. As needed.
Spend time without distractions. I listened to a podcast where the guest talked about how many of our goals form during undistracted time. So, to tie in to my first point I will try to spend time without distractions.
Setting a vibe at home. I really want to create a cozy atmosphere at home during this autumn. That is puffing pillows, lighting candles, and listening to jazz.
Focus on the positive. Maybe this isn't news to anyone but the brain tends to find more positive things the more it finds.