Assignment begins below. Please take the course of your week to complete. If it takes you longer, that is okay. Be patient with yourself as you thoughtfully think through it all.
Goal
As I write this passage, it is October. We have hit that classic weather October weather too: wake up in winter, summer by 2 pm, fall again by 7 pm? Pitch black by 8. This swing in weather Often causes what some like to call “seasonal depression.”
No matter the time of year you come to this, let’s set a goal right here and now that we simply won’t succumb to the overwhelming sadness that often gets in the way of our goals.
“I may FEEL sad today, but I will still get up and accomplish my daily goals.”
Identify
Grab your journal and let’s get busy!
First, make a list of all of the activities that usually brightens your spirit. My list has things like getting a mani/pedi, fresh air (going for a walk or something), driving down MLK Blvd in Cleveland. Make sure your list has no less than 7 things on it!
Beginning today, do at least one of those things each day of this week. Repeat in coming weeks as needed!
Affirmation
Depression will not hinder my progress toward my goals!”