check in

I'm sure most of you have heard about Josh Weed.
He's pretty much hilarious, and awesome, and you should follow his blog.

Also, he's a therapist, and he does this weekly check in. I absolutely love the idea and can see the benefit. Therefore, I will be doing periodic check-ins on here. You don't have to read it really, bit it will make me feel better and more complete I think. Also, if you feel like it, I want to hear your check-ins!

The way it works, is that you need to check in physically, emotionally, and spiritually. You can't use small generalizing words like 'good', or 'fine'. Be honest and real. And when you're done, write a reasonable, achievable goal to complete that week.

Physically: I am feeling a little sluggish. I really need to go running or something, and start making real meals. As long as I am active I'm fine, but when I slow down for too long I get really tired, and take more naps than is surely necessary.

Emotionally: I've actually felt a little frazzled. There is so much going on I feel like my little brain can't quite handle it. You know, drama with boys, sick roommates, homework, a new job, big life decisions.... trying to neatly choreograph all the aspects of my life is more difficult than I thought it would be.

Spiritually: Today I had a meeting with my Bishop about starting papers for a mission! I am so excited!! But as excited as I am, I'm kind of terrified. I feel like it's the right decision, but I also feel incredibly inadequate. I have so much preparing to do, it's a little overwhelming. But I am determined to grow closer to Christ this week. Last week we had Stake conference and we had the chance to text our stake president and ask him questions, and he texted us back later in the week. I asked him how he bettered his relationship with Christ. I got a text back this week, that said "The small and simple things we have been taught. Do them consistently and sincerely. Also, be in places where Christ would be!"

Goal: I want to take my stake presidents advice this week, and do the small and simple things. My goal is to always always be where Christ would be, and keep him near me. I want to read my scriptures every night, and always have a prayer open with him.