Is it the winning or the taking part?

I’m a bit of a data geek. I love numbers and analytics. When I decided that I would take part in Race for Life (a completely mad idea), I tracked my progress throughout all my training. I have Moves app on my phone and have been working out ways to track my horse’s fitness with a Fitbit attached to a boot.

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It’s oh so quiet

I’m at home a lot due to my broken leg. This means I’m working from home more than I might if I could hang out in a local coffee shop or co-working space. The quiet is relaxing. It can also be a great distraction to a wandering mind.

One thing at a time

If you’re anything like me, you’ll be making a list each day. Usually the list will contain almost the same things. Tasks that you just need to do, items that you keep meaning to do, and ideas that you just want to try and record somewhere.

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To inspire more writing, another resolution is to read more.

I’m now freelancing. It gives me the flexibility of time that I want to have. That does mean you need to be more conscious of how you spend your time.

Starting as I mean to go on

New Year’s Resolutions are often there as a reminder to get on and do the things we keep meaning to do. Having broken my leg back in November means I can’t exercise until February or March. Walking the dog more often isn’t much of an option either.