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The Queen of Bad Habits

Let me just say it, I’m the queen of bad habits.

I’m don’t get enough sleep, I eat really unhealthy, I drink lots of soda…and the list goes on and on. But, I’m finally at the point where I’m ready to start kicking some more bad habits. I mean, if I can give up alcohol — my favorite vice of all — why am I having such an issue letting go of my other demons? Usually, I’d wait until the first of the month to start some new lifestyle trends, but why not just kick my ass right now and get the healthy party started?

Things I’d like to do:

Drink more water. Actually, drink water in general. I never ever do this and my skin is paying the price, also my migraines are much worse because of it. I need to quit drinking soda, Red Bull, and coffee all together. Also, eating healthy. I’m the absolute worst vegetarian, and I tend to live on snacks all day long.

Exercise. I am constantly starting Jillian Michaels DVDs and I end up quitting for some BS reason two weeks in. This is extra ridiculous because at that point, I’m already starting to see results, so why the hell do I lose motivation? I have no idea.

Meditate. I’ve given it a try here and there, but I’d really like to work it into my daily schedule. Primarily before my day gets going and before bed. I know that it’s something that will really bring balance into my life.

Sleep. I know it sounds completely silly that I need to put sleep on my healthy living to do list. But, it’s just not that easy for me. I stay up til awful hours of the night, and then I’m exhausted the entire next day. In turn, I end up downing large amounts of caffeine throughout my days. It’s a vicious cycle. But, I’ve got to start waking up early so I can get my days going on a good and positive note.

Have a morning routine. I’d really like to get up early, meditate, exercise, and do a little blogging before I head out to the office. I realize this sounds a bit ambitious, perhaps I should put exercise after work, but I need to do something other than watch television and get dressed. Maybe then my day will flow a bit more smoothly and I won’t feel like a chicken running around without a head.

I recognize most of the things I need to change are all tied together. So, I’m hoping that once I start implementing them into my daily life, everything will fall into place.

Related Links:
‘5 Excuses That Keep You Unhealthy (And How to Break Them)’
‘It’s Not Too Late to Change Your Habits’
‘Tips for Breaking Bad Habits and Developing Good Ones’
‘Create a Morning Routine for a Less Stressful Day’
‘10 Ways to Upgrade Your Morning Routine’
‘The 10 O’clock Rule’

What are some of your bad habits? Have you kicked any of them recently? Or are you totally struggling like I am?

TGIF, Lady Boners, and Am I Funny Enough to Have a Podcast?

It’s finally Friday. I’ve never been so happy to see the weekend. However, it’s not reaaaaally like everyone’s weekends where I get to relax and lay in bed for two days until Monday morning rolls around again. (But, I’m so not complaining because I love my job) Tonight, I’m going to see Soul Asylum. Yes, that’s right. I’m basically stepping into a time machine back to the 90s to see one of my grungy band crushes. FYI: Dave Pirner = major lady boner. I wrote about that here. I secretly hope he reads it and gives me a shout out from stage. Hey, a girl can dream right?!

As far as the rest of my weekend plans, I’m not so sure. I was supposed to be going on a cruse next weekend but due to my mom’s surgery, we had to cancel. I’m 50% bummed and 50% relieved, I was so not ready to pack and get ready. Plus it’s Miami Music Week, and there is a ton going on, so it would be kind of a bummer to miss out on that stuff for work. Wait, how obnoxious do I sound right now? I’m complaining about having to get ready for a vacation. I know I know. Roll your eyes. I won’t be offended.

So, I’m kind of thinking about having a podcast. Does that sound absolutely insane? Am I funny enough to have a podcast? I often think about video blogging, but then you have to see me. And I rather just sit in my sweatpants and leopard slippers (see above) while I rant and rant and rant about who knows what. I think that’s less intimidating anyway. I just can’t imagine having to listen to the playback of my voice. That simple fact is making me cringe just a bit. I don’t even know how to go about making a podcast. . . anyone?

I am really thinking about cutting my hair off, but then I stare at my hair in the mirror and decide against it. Sigh. I have the most #firstworldproblems.

Blogger Girl Problems: Tonight’s To Do List

Warning: This is going to be a totally nonsensical post.

Tonight, I’ve got my fiction writing class from 6pm to 8:45pm. Following that, I have a shitload of to do list items to tackle. I’m not really thrilled about it. I contemplated staying home from the office this morning to get most of them done. But, it was pouring rain out and I knew if I stayed at home, I’d end up laying in bed with Woody Allen movies all day long. (How cliche am I? Yawn) So, I chose productivity.<– wow, go me. Right?

So, anyway. I’ve decided to blog my to do list, because then maybe I’ll have to hold myself accountable or something.

House/Life To Do:
- Laundry
- Dishes
- Organize desk area
- Daily schedule plan

Blog To Do:
- New blog layout
- Google reader
- Organize editorial calendar

Work To Do:
- County Grind blogging
- Best Of Issue

Sounds thrilling, huh?

Fingers crossed I get all this nonsense checked off.