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Back on Track: Get Out of Your Own Way

August 7, 2019 By Shann 8 Comments

On Track

This summer I feel like I’ve lost my way a bit. I’ve been tired, stressed, and can’t seem to find the motivation to get anything done until the last minute. Our schedule has been all over the place, and I really feel like I need to get back on track.

I’m just not good without a solid routine.

First, I’ve had a pretty good case of writer’s block, if you hadn’t guessed by the lack of posts lately. I just can’t seem to find the right words or the right inspiration. It’s taken me all day to get this far on this post.

Then, there are the boys. They’ve had a lot of different activities, and I keep finding something new to worry about with each one.

Plus, Mr. P’s health issues have really taken a toll on me. I know I’m not the one actually going through anything, but it’s been making me relive my pregnancy and time in the NICU.

So, when I get stressed and extra anxious, I tend to revert to old habits. I eat junk food, don’t get enough sleep, and generally let my own health fall by the wayside.

I really felt it last week when I missed going to the gym until the very end of the week. My anxiety was getting the best of me.

Get Out of Your Own Way

I realized I had to make my own mental health a priority. I was making excuses, and was letting my own insecurities stop me.

So, I got out of my head and into the gym. It’s amazing how a little physical movement can have such a great effect on my psyche.

I really had to push myself to get there, just like I’m pushing myself to write this post right now. It may not have been the best workout, and this may not be the best post, but every little bit helps me to get back to feeling like myself.

Which leads me to checking in on my monthly goals. Even though it is the 7th of the month, and I was just going to skip it, I knew I need to push myself again. It’s just one more step to getting out of my own way and back on track.

Get back on track by getting out of your own way. Don't stop yourself from reaching your goals.

July Goals

Home Goals

  • Get those lights! No. 
  • Get the basement organized. YES!!! We got rid of a ton of junk, brought toys down from bedrooms, and organized one of the basement rooms into a playroom. Now to go through all the totes of old clothes…

Basement on track

  • Start planning our road trip. YES! Hotel and rental car are reserved. I also got some great activity ideas from a friend that went to the same destination last year. Have you guessed where we are going yet??? Our past trips are here, here, and here.

Health Goals

  • Add boys to Gym membership. Yes! We’ve been swimming quite a few times, I’ve used their childcare, and the boys took some swimming lessons.
  • Get through appointments. YES! We made it through the eye doctor for both boys, and Mr. P did a fantastic job with his MRI and X-ray. He has one more appointment with the Urologist, and then we go back for a follow-up with Neurosurgery to go over all the results. All of the vibes, prayers, and good thoughts were definitely felt and appreciated. If you wouldn’t mind sending some more over for those results, we would be so thankful.

On track with health

Family Goals

  • Celebrate the 4th YES! We watched the parade, had a bbq, and saw some fireworks with friends.
  • Finish out Summer School YES! All three boys did great this summer.
  • Take Swim Lessons YES! The boys did a couple 3 on 1 private lessons at the gym. They learned so much! Mr. B can actually do the front crawl and tread water now.
  • Do Fun Family Activities Yes! We hit Summerfest, Bastille Days, and State Fair. We also went to a pool party, church festival, a couple of movies, and out to dinner a few times.

on track with fun

Professional Goals

  • Have a great start to the 6 week dance program. Yes! We’re actually in week 5 of our 6 week program. All of my classes have been wonderful this summer. A great bunch of sweet, well-behaved dancers.
  • Publish at least 3 new posts this month. No. I’ve been stressed, sleep-deprived, and dealing with writer’s block. I only wrote one new post this month. You can read it here. Since most of our medical appointments are over and the boys are in summer camp this week, I’m hoping to get some inspiration and motivation.
  • Write 2 posts for MKE Moms Blog. No. See above.

Even though July may look like a great month on paper, there definitely was the struggle behind the scenes. Many of the things I accomplished were very last minute, and required a lot more effort than they should have.

But, they are done, and it’s a new month. Time to wipe the slate clean and really get back on track.

August Goals

Home Goals

  • Laundry I have resigned myself to the fact that their will always be a pile of laundry, but it has gotten out of control. I need to purge some clothing from each family member. Then, stay on top of doing and putting away the clothes.
  • Clean out Closets for the Season As summer is ending, I have a lot to get rid of in the twins’ closet. Their summer wardrobe consisted of shorts from last year’s clearance, so many are now too small. They also have way too many t-shirts they’ve outgrown.

Health Goals

  • More Water 
  • No eating after 8pm
  • Get more active I haven’t been using my Fitbit consistently, so I need to get back on track with that too

Family Goals

  • Enjoy our Road trip Itinerary is almost set. Now, to get the snacks, car entertainment, and enjoy the actual trip.
  • Enjoy the end of Summer We’ll still have some time before school starts when we get back from our trip to squeeze in the last bits of summer vacation.

Professional Goals

  • Publish at least 3 new posts this month
  • Finish out the 6 week summer dance program
  • Write 2 posts for MKE Moms Blog 

So, even though I may not completely feel ready, I’m going to do my best in August. Now, time to hit publish.

Filed Under: Blog, Goals Tagged With: dance, family goals, goals, gym, health goals, mental health, physical health, professional goals, road trip, school, summer camp, summer schedules, swim lessons, swimming, teaching, workout, writer's block. anxiety

Comments

  1. Beth says

    August 7, 2019 at 3:48 pm

    Girl, I feel you so much here. I’ve been trapped in my own head a lot this summer and it’s lead to me not feeling that great about this particular summer. I’m glad you figured out some things to help you, I am slowly doing the same and I can feel the fog is lifting a bit. I hope the rest of summer is good for you!

    Reply
    • Shann says

      August 7, 2019 at 4:25 pm

      Thank you Beth! Sorry to hear you’re going through the same thing, but I’m glad to hear it’s slowly getting better. Here’s to hoping the Fall is fantastic 🙂

      Reply
  2. ShootingStarsMag says

    August 8, 2019 at 8:22 am

    This summer has been so weird for me – a lot of family medical issues, weird weather, etc. etc. I’m glad you’ve been able to do some fun things, but I’m sorry you’ve also been feeling stressed. Definitely focus on yourself as much as you can, and I’ll be thinking of all your boys! I hope the test results come back positive; I know how nerve-wracking that can be!!

    -Lauren

    Reply
    • Shann says

      August 12, 2019 at 10:18 am

      Thank you so much Lauren!

      Reply
  3. Charlotte says

    August 10, 2019 at 10:01 am

    I feel like I’ve been in a weird rut too this summer, I wouldn’t sat unmotivated but like I’m not on track somehow either. Not sure why, I’ve been trying to eat healthy but there’s lots of grab and go days and times when I don’t put my health needs first. Looking at your goals though I think you did an amazing job! So many things you accomplished this past month!! Cleaning out there basement alone is a huge feat! I’m hoping to clean out the closets too and rid ourselves of some clothing we just don’t wear anymore: we have too much!

    Thinking of your sweet boys and sending all my love to adorable Mr. P! Xoxo

    Reply
    • Shann says

      August 12, 2019 at 10:17 am

      Thank you Charlotte XXXOOO

      Reply
  4. Linds says

    August 12, 2019 at 5:16 pm

    Girl, we all fall off track, that’s life. I haven’t had my $hit together all year but I’m trying to ‘fake it til I make it’ business.
    I think it’s a HUGE accomplishment you got the basement done. That must feel satisfying every time you’re downstairs and see how much neater, bigger it is.

    Thinking of Mr. P and sending all my best wishes and good vibes.

    xoxo

    Reply
    • Shann says

      August 13, 2019 at 7:11 pm

      Thank you! XXXOOO

      Reply

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