tomorrow marks one month since ive landed on this island. I can definitely say that I have crossed the threshold from visiting to living in hawaii. this means, no matter what happens in my life, I can always say . . . yeah, I lived in hawaii once

with that said, a lot of the newness and excitement has faded and now its really time to start establishing this life of mine for the rest of my time here. so, I scribbled up some goals id like to share. now, im not a huge fan of goals as it seems as soon as I write them, I rebel against them because I feel the need to HAVE to do them. either way im going to try it out once more and not get too crazy like my over-achiever old self.

I broke things down into monthly, weekly and daily since I like to have small steps. 

here goes . . .

MONTHLY

Finish Pineapple Shirt Design – turns out, eating local here is a big deal. my first t-shirt design back home was a peapod. my other roommate here suggested I do the same with a pineapple and it would be a hit around oahu. id probably be crazy if I didn’t try to cash in with this.

Explore More Of The Island – this is always something im striving for and since I am meeting so many new people and im not afraid to take the bus, I don’t see why this wouldn’t happen

Have My First Surfing Lesson – id also probably be crazy if I didn’t even TRY to surf out in hawaii. that’s kind of like going to my favorite restaurant and just ordering water and toast. luckily my friend is willing to give me a lesson.

Launch New Blog Design – as much as I love my layout, it doesn’t feel like me anymore. ive been working on a new design that is kind of the same with a slight hipster feel. it takes a while to get it just right but im getting there.

Find Another Part-Time Gig – I know I landed an awesome job, but if I don’t find some way to make money in between that will work with the concert schedule, im not sure how much longer I could stay. this actually helps motivate me to move along on my shirt project as I can still make money and make my own hours.

Drop Some Weight By Eating Intuitively & Increasing Activity – im learning so much more here about my relationship with myself/body than I ever did at home. in fact, I even started writing the beginnings of a book! as I continue to learn I hope to help others by sharing my story and what has worked for me.

Go On A Date – im not looking for love, but I do miss companionship and just having someone interesting to share my adventures with. ive never actually actively sought out to go on a date, but I think its time and . . . why not?

WEEKLY

Strength Training 3x Per Week –  there are a ton of active people out here and that includes some friends I made. as a former personal trainer, I know how important this is and am anxious to jump back on that wagon, gym or not.

Cardio 4x Per Week – I don’t think cardio should be in ‘sessions’ but ive been going for short runs at night fairly often. when I don’t, I take heed in the fact that I walk at LEAST 3+ miles a day . . . that counts too and I like it.

1-2 Meals Out – im beginning to feel the wrath of the food inflation around here and its not pretty. when I first got here I was comfortable with taking myself to lunch or grabbing some oatmeal from starbucks because it was easy and I was already out. now that my money is starting to burn up, I need to be more wise about cooking and eating more at home. shouldn’t be a problem, im a chef right?

Participate In Blog-land – ill be transparent here and tell you that I really would like my blog to be more popular. my current salary im pulling from my ad is not significant. I know I need to blog more frequently and participate in others while keeping things authentic around here.

DAILY

3 Bottles Of Water – maybe it’s the heat and humidity, but I really feel different when im not hydrated. ive been making it a goal to drink more water and I have no excuse since I bought one of those fancy bottles with a filter built in. drink up!

Only Eat When Seated – this is a cardinal rule of intuitive eating and for me it really makes a difference when I stop and sit down before shoving something in my face.

Journal – as much as I love having a place for my thoughts, a lot of them are kept privately in my head or in a notebook. I am actually going to start a private blog to track daily thoughts/ramblings because I want to keep track of this journey in every way.

Quality Meals – I also have been feeling a huge difference in my hunger when my meals are ‘off’. for instance, having millet puffs for dinner will only take me so far, but having something like a beans and rice combo really creates good fuel to last me a while as it contains carbs & protein etc . . . you know the deal.

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looks like i got my work cut out for me in the next 29 days . . .

happy february!