This year has been a bit shit.
I’ve spent far too much time contemplating, whining, thinking, moaning, wondering what to do and generally feeling sorry for myself. Which, I assure you, is very unlike me.
It’s time to get back to normal.
It’s time to do what I’ve always done: if I’m not happy about something, change it; if I want to do something, just do it.
So, in the spirit of this I won’t say any more about this year – I’ve self-indulged more than enough on this blog already. Instead, I’ll tell you what I intend to do about it in the year ahead:
Be kind to myself, look after my health, fitness and wellbeing. (This sits in the number one spot because it’s important to remember I can’t do any of the other things without this basic one.)
Spend more time with my family – Abbey will be home with me full-time (except for 5 hours a week of kindergarten) and I want to make the most of that time.
Focus on our family goals, and work hard to get us closer to them.
Keep my own goals in mind and do something to get there.
Be very strict with myself about what I take on and how my time is spent.
Make some sacrifices – some things I like to do may have to take a backseat so that I can work on longer term plans.
These are the things that will have me sitting here this time next year saying how proud of myself I am. Bring it on.
In the meantime, I need to make one of those sacrifices right now: I’m taking a little time away from blogging to focus on life. There’s lots to do – around the house, in preparation for Christmas and to get myself geared up for next year, including setting up my own business and studying an online course to help with my writing goals.
I hope the end of the year is kind to you all. Thanks so much for reading during 2011 – it’s been wonderful seeing you all here and chatting with you. I’m looking forward to another year of it coming up!
Right there with you on the negativity, though I think you’re being hard on yourself. I think sometines you have to process and dwell a little in order to move forward. Right there with you on the positivity. I’m really looking forward to watching you flourish next year my friend and to seeing you again too. Big hugs to you.
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Yes! Can’t wait to see you next year! x
Enjoy your break and see you in 2012.
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Have a great Christmas and break from blogging. Looking forward to hearing more from you in 2012!
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Enjoy your break. Your new business sounds very exciting. Best of luck with it and with the rest of the year.
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Thanks Melissa – I’ve been doing this consulting work on the side for a while now, but really want to build it up. Exciting but nerve-wracking!
Great plans for the year ahead, I could definitely do with less self-indulgence and more focus! Enjoy your time away!
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Thanks Sarah!
I wish you all the luck in the world and hope you find what it is you are looking for. I look forward to reading all about it when you are ready to share it with us.
Thanks Ian!
Taking a break here as well Megan, and I look forward to catching up with you and your adventures in 2012. (You’re pretty fab just FYI) xxxx
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And you! Enjoy your break – you’re doing more exciting things than me in your time off, and I can’t wait to hear about it!
Wonderful goals that I hope you are able to attain with as much ease as possible. Have an extraordinary time away from blogging! The blogosphere will be here, and so will followers who enjoy the tidbits, pics and Malaysian food good times you share,
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Thanks for your support Angela!
Just to clarify – does that mean a full break, as in Twitter too?
Enjoy your break, I am not having a break as such, but my blog is not getting the attention I would like it to just now either. A new year is always a good time to reconsider where it is all going though.
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Not sure at the moment – I’ll probably pop into Twitter now and then but to be honest I’m really enjoying some time away from the online world to refresh. And I agree with you – coming back next year will be with a new direction and an idea of where we’re heading for the year ahead.
Enjoy your time off. I’m going to be doing the same thing once we leave for the Philippines for a month. The online world’s dramas can take a toll on people.
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Good on you for being so proactive.
I truly hope the new year is everything you strive for.
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Oh Megan I SO hear you! I am looking forward to taking a break as well. Life has really ramped up and there is only so much time to do it all, and seemingly no time do it well… Bring on the breathing space!
I wish you all the best with your exciting endeavours. The online world will be ready & waiting when you feel the need to return x
PS “go gently” xx
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Good for you Megan, these sound like solid goals to have for next year. I’ve been flying low lately too, there’s far too much happening around here and life is more important than blogging in the end. Take care and have an awesome summer hols.
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Enjoy your break Megan and thanks for the inspiration to get priorities straight!
See you around in 2012!
I don’t think you’ve been self indulgent on your blog at all, just honest about how you’ve been feeling, and now you’re able to set fabulous goals for next year. Have a lovely break. Looking forward to seeing you back here in 2012! xx
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I tend to do the same thing (wallow). Hooray for you for taking the time you need.
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A good time to take a blogging break, Megan. Enjoy it and we will be here when you get back., Merry Christmas!
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I have related to so much of what you have written recently and this post has me nodding in agreement too. I’m planning to press the snooze button on my blogs for the rest of the year so that I can spend time with family and time working out exactly what I want to focus on next year.
I know I rarely comment, but I do read your blog and I’ve been thinking of you lots. I’m looking forward to being inspired by you once again in the New Year.
Take care of yourself and your family. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and looking forward to reading all your bloggy goodness once again in 2012. xxx
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I haven’t visited your blog often enough! Good luck with your goals for next year, but don’t be too hard on yourself!
I think it’s a hard thing to juggle everything, and perhaps phases of contemplation and reflection are what we all need sometimes before taking action again. Alison
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Enjoy your break, Megan. Believe that next year will be a lighter one for yourself and then just keep on believing all year long. We’ll be here or the next leg of your marathon with drinks in tow! x
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Yes, yes, yes. Good for you and good luck to you! And with the new business venture – congratulations, all very exciting for 2012 xx
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Balance is the key Megan, and sometimes we lean a little more to the left instead of the right. Glad to hear your putting on the breaks, stepping out of your fast moving car and crossing over the solid line you’ve not crossed in a while. Have a Merry Christmas, take a good run on the beach, and I’m sure the New Year will bring much happiness.
good luck with the business venture.
I’ve just finished writing my new year resolution and it relates to your thoughts a lot.
fingers crossed 2012 holds great things for us all.
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Raises glass to 2012! Enjoy your bloggy break. I’m contemplating doing the same. I think it’s good to take a break now and then and realign goals.
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I tend to spend way too much time worrying about whether something will go right and significantly less time just powering through toward my goals. So I’m right there along with you! Read a thing the other day that said, “You can’t start the next chapter if you’re busy re-reading the last one.” Too true. Here’s moving forward in 2012!
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life is what you make of it. make honey! can’t wait to hear of your successes and stories when you come back to us!
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