Did August fly by for anyone else? I can hardly believe we’re a few days into September! It’s been feeling more like fall than summer lately and while I’m enjoying the final moments of summer and summertime activities, I’m also embracing the idea of fall and all that comes with it. I live for boots and sweaters, apple picking, pumpkin everything, and cozying up under a blanket sipping hot tea with the windows open enjoying that fall breeze.
But before I get ahead of myself, we’re here to talk about goals, particularly how I did working towards my August goals and the new ones I’m setting for September.
August Goals
1- Take 20 hot yoga classes – Check! Though sadly, I didn’t win the giveaway associated with the challenge at my studio.
2- Host a giveaway on my blog or main Instagram I have one on the agenda, but I forgot that it wasn’t happening in August. Keep your eyes peeled, likely in October. 😉
3- Do an Instagram takeover on another account – Check! I took over the @HealthyGlow.Co IG a few Fridays back.
4- Grow my Instagram following (@iamkatiearnold to 1800 / @tiukatiea to 600) – not quite, but I can’t say I focused on this nearly as much as I needed to in order to see my desired growth.
5- Save more than I spend – I wish I could say this happened, but I can’t. While I was definitely mindful of spending just to spend, I had a few purchases that needed to happen that took me over budget. Plus, I took most of July off freelance writing and my articles weren’t edited that quickly, so payouts were later than I hoped.
September Goals
1 – Run a race
2 – Do a Whole 30
3 – Travel somewhere
4 – Grow Instagram to 1800
5 – Get ahead on blogging
I’m cheating with a few of these as they may be on the agenda already, but there’s also a challenge to make them happen, so I’m excited to cross them off my list!
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And now, let’s catch up a bit….
Reading: The School of Greatness
I actually just finished this on the drive to my parents house the other day. I really enjoyed it. It was motivational, made you think, and gave you exercises and tips to put into play to actually achieve your goals.
Watching: Big Brother
Until this show is over for the summer, expect to see it at the top. Any other BB fans? Who are you rooting for?
Listening to: End of summer playlists
I decided to try listening to one of Spotify’s playlists that I think they make based off your listening, but this one had the theme of end of summer. I listened to it on my run a few days ago and really enjoyed it so when I went out to run again yesterday, I decided to give it another go and it was just what I needed to power through my 4 ½+ mile run!
Eating/Drinking: Kombucha
I have dumped the last couple brews I’ve made myself because I wasn’t drinking it fast enough or the time to re-brew wasn’t working with my schedule. I finally got a new batch going the other day but came home to my parent’s house to find one of my favorite flavors in the fridge. I was told to help myself, so of course, I did!
Planning: Trips, races, events, and lots of fun, new things!
Feeling: Excited, hopeful, and full of good things
Loving: New things & beautiful flowers
The more I push myself outside of my comfort zone, the more I’m loving it! I love the challenge that it provides to me both mentally and physically.
What are some of your goals for September?
What are you loving lately?
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