I have recently been brought to reality that I don't finish things.
And I hate it.
I don't know when or why it started but I have been reminded, more frequently then I would care to admit, that I have a lot of unfinished business laying around.
These books... all started. Not one finished. All sitting on my nightstand reminding me everyday I DIDN'T finish them.
And I was terribly excited to read and highlight and take notes throughout each one!
This rocking chair... was supposed to have been recovered for Hunter's nursery and now, here we are weeks away from baby #2 and it still sits unfinished
(which makes the husband a little excited that I bought themed fabric for Hunters room that will absolutely not match baby girls pink room and now I must buy more)
This "Journal From Mommy" I started for each of my kids and only got a few weeks into pregnancy with both. I so wanted to be that mom who wrote letters to her children throughout their lives and gave it to them when they went on a mission or got married.
This workout plan.
It's important to me to be healthy and fit for myself and for my husband. I am not embarrassed or ashamed with how I look (especially now that I'm 36 weeks pregnant) but wish I could be better at what I eat and being more active.
This scripture study guide.
Clearly one that should be at the top of my list that I have just let slip away on priority. I wanted to start studying this amazing book all over again as I prepare to teach my children about it's goodness.
It kills me to see so many of these things, some more important then others, that I WANTED to do but didn't.
Did I just choose not to do them?
Were they not really a priority?
Was there not enough time?
What's my excuse?
I've never been like this.
Since I was young I have had a strong ethic to finish projects and to do them well.
With school and student government I was given tasks daily that I had to complete and I did, without any fuss or excuse.
Playing competitive soccer I had strict practice routines and eating habits to be physically able to play.
As an adult I have had jobs that have required lots of "follow through" and timely completion that I never struggled with.
For hecks sake, I gave up soda one year and chocolate another... For a WHOLE YEAR!!
How did this happen to me?
Am I the only one?
How do I get back?
I hope I can prove this year, to myself and especially to those who are depending on me that I CAN do things.
I hope I can readjust aspects of my life and prioritize the most important ones.
I hope I can FINISH all of these unfinished projects I've started and have a clean slate.
This is my Unfinished Truth.
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What tricks and tips do you have for following through on things you start when there seems like there isn't time or you would rather do something else?
Comment below!
I'd love to hear.
I would promise myself that I would work on ONE thing every day for just 15 minutes!
ReplyDeleteKyla, don't try to accomplish too many goals at once. A few suggestions I would put at the top and do this is in the morning BEFORE you do any other projects or goals. Read your scriptures daily. I am not perfect but this is very important. Then you could get a calendar and check it off when it is done. Next since baby girl is quickly approaching you must decide if you really want to get the rocking chair project done. If so go to the store right away and pick out what material you want and tell yourself you will get it done within the next 7 days. That will make you feel good. Keep the material you bought for Hunter. You never know when you might need it for something. As for journal writing I am not the best at it but maybe you could put it somewhere you easily see like downstairs in the kitchen area. Try and just write a few sentences at first to get the habit going. You don't have to write daily but maybe make sure you do it weekly. Use a different colored check mark on the calendar when you do. Or a cute sticker or whatever. . The main thing is to get started and then have something to look at like a chart etc to see your accomplishments. I might also suggest you ask for extra help when you pray. It is amazing how we can be given extra power to help us in our lives when we simply and humbly just ask. Love you Kyla! Good luck with your goals:)
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ReplyDeleteI am the EXACT same way!!! I can always start a book but it will take me months at a time to finish it. I can never finish a journal, or a scripture study journal for that matter. It is crazy. I've attempted D&C at least twice in the last 3 years and I haven't finished it once. I keep stopping to read the BOM. Hahaha oh joys... What are those books called that you've started to read? I love reading!
ReplyDeleteOh you are not alone friend. If i blogged all my unfinished projects it would definitely be a LOOONG list. I just try to pick things back up no matter how long they've been sitting and not gotten finished. It's never too late to pick up and start again right?! ;)
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