Comments on: Thoughts for New Year’s resolutions (Part I) http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html Sun, 12 Feb 2012 04:43:04 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Skyraven http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10389 Skyraven Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:37:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10389 Hi Jennifer, <br/>I came upon your site a few months back, but I don't remember what originally drew me to your site. I enjoyed this post immensely and am glad to read about someone who's going through similar things (ie - introvert and wanting to do everything alone.). :) I can defintely relate to what you're talking about when you write about drifting from one thing to another and living the day without purpose. I generally don't make resolutions because I don't pull them off. Instead I list goals for myself and make a plan(or try to) to get the goal accomplished. YOu've given me a great reminder that I should live my life with purpose and continue to challenge myself. When I feel that I got things covered, I get complacent and then feel horrible when I make a mistake that I should have seen coming. My hindsight is 20/20 and I want to get my foresight to match. Thanks so much for posting this and I wish you many blessings for the coming year! Heiddi Hi Jennifer,
I came upon your site a few months back, but I don’t remember what originally drew me to your site. I enjoyed this post immensely and am glad to read about someone who’s going through similar things (ie – introvert and wanting to do everything alone.). :) I can defintely relate to what you’re talking about when you write about drifting from one thing to another and living the day without purpose. I generally don’t make resolutions because I don’t pull them off. Instead I list goals for myself and make a plan(or try to) to get the goal accomplished. YOu’ve given me a great reminder that I should live my life with purpose and continue to challenge myself. When I feel that I got things covered, I get complacent and then feel horrible when I make a mistake that I should have seen coming. My hindsight is 20/20 and I want to get my foresight to match. Thanks so much for posting this and I wish you many blessings for the coming year! Heiddi

]]> By: Xia http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10334 Xia Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:46:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10334 Hello,<br/>I am a recovering food addict and encourage you to check out the food plan that I have been following for the last 8 years at http://www.kaysheppard.com/ This plan literally saved my life - I was going to kill myself because I couldn't get a handle on my addiction after YEARS of trying counseling, therapy, etc. I follow this plan and attend RFA 12-step meetings. See more about RFA here: http://www.geocities.com/RFA77235/<br/>You can read my story that is now 5 years old, but gives you an idea where I come from by going to this link http://www.kaysheppard.com/articles.htm and then clicking on the last article: Stephanie Z.'s story.... I now have 8 years now by the grace of God. The true miracle is that my recovery lead me back to my Catholic Faith after being gone for over 10 years. It gave me a daughter I was told I would never have and I am now expecting daughter number 2. Feel free to contact me any time for further info. I am so blessed by your blog and would love to help you in any way I can. God Bless,<br/>Stephanie Z. (Xia's Mommy) Hello,
I am a recovering food addict and encourage you to check out the food plan that I have been following for the last 8 years at http://www.kaysheppard.com/ This plan literally saved my life – I was going to kill myself because I couldn’t get a handle on my addiction after YEARS of trying counseling, therapy, etc. I follow this plan and attend RFA 12-step meetings. See more about RFA here: http://www.geocities.com/RFA77235/
You can read my story that is now 5 years old, but gives you an idea where I come from by going to this link http://www.kaysheppard.com/articles.htm and then clicking on the last article: Stephanie Z.’s story…. I now have 8 years now by the grace of God. The true miracle is that my recovery lead me back to my Catholic Faith after being gone for over 10 years. It gave me a daughter I was told I would never have and I am now expecting daughter number 2. Feel free to contact me any time for further info. I am so blessed by your blog and would love to help you in any way I can. God Bless,
Stephanie Z. (Xia’s Mommy)

]]> By: Maria http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10324 Maria Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:50:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10324 Have you ever read "A Mother's Rule of Life" by Holly Pierlot? If not, I highly suggest it for helping create some struture for your day. Her philosophy is very similiar to your reckless experiement with prayer. The basic premise is to create a "rule" of life similiar to that of a religious order that works for your household. This is much more than just a schedule or routine. It's a deeper structure for your life created around correct priorities: God, self, spouse, children. It's been unbelieveably helpful to me in working towards not always "drifting." Have you ever read “A Mother’s Rule of Life” by Holly Pierlot? If not, I highly suggest it for helping create some struture for your day. Her philosophy is very similiar to your reckless experiement with prayer. The basic premise is to create a “rule” of life similiar to that of a religious order that works for your household. This is much more than just a schedule or routine. It’s a deeper structure for your life created around correct priorities: God, self, spouse, children. It’s been unbelieveably helpful to me in working towards not always “drifting.”

]]> By: Sarah Reinhard http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10322 Sarah Reinhard Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:09:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10322 I've been thinking about resolutions too - seems to come hand-in-hand with the Christmas rush and mush. Some of what you pointed out have been things I have been reflecting on too, especially the part about leading you closer to God. I need to get writing about this! (I'll link back to you) What I've been pondering can't be summarized in your combox without taking up far more room than it should :) I’ve been thinking about resolutions too – seems to come hand-in-hand with the Christmas rush and mush. Some of what you pointed out have been things I have been reflecting on too, especially the part about leading you closer to God. I need to get writing about this! (I’ll link back to you) What I’ve been pondering can’t be summarized in your combox without taking up far more room than it should :)

]]> By: Heather of the EO http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10321 Heather of the EO Sun, 28 Dec 2008 18:39:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10321 I love your perspective on resolutions. I'm not a very purposeful person, I tend to drift through as well. I also am easily distracted, it's hard for me to focus (not only because I have small kiddos, but because that's how my brain works). I just wanted to say I REALLY appreciate this post for many reasons. It gives me food for thought and some ideas for my own life. Thank you! I love your perspective on resolutions. I’m not a very purposeful person, I tend to drift through as well. I also am easily distracted, it’s hard for me to focus (not only because I have small kiddos, but because that’s how my brain works). I just wanted to say I REALLY appreciate this post for many reasons. It gives me food for thought and some ideas for my own life. Thank you!

]]> By: Carolyn http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10320 Carolyn Sun, 28 Dec 2008 18:33:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10320 Thank you, Jen, for your great words on resolutions - I can't wait for Part II! And I feel your pain with the food addiction - combating that is an annual resolution of mine!<br/><br/>Last year my resolution was to finally keep a promise to myself - to finally seriously delve into this world of religion and develop a relationship with God. Best decision ever, and I'm convinced that as soon as I committed to this in my heart, God showed me the way.<br/><br/>This year I'm hoping to improve my prayer habits - I've definitely improved over this year, but I still struggle - and of course continue on my journey and growing relationship with God.<br/><br/>Thanks for sharing your thoughts and resolutions as we approach 2009! Thank you, Jen, for your great words on resolutions – I can’t wait for Part II! And I feel your pain with the food addiction – combating that is an annual resolution of mine!

Last year my resolution was to finally keep a promise to myself – to finally seriously delve into this world of religion and develop a relationship with God. Best decision ever, and I’m convinced that as soon as I committed to this in my heart, God showed me the way.

This year I’m hoping to improve my prayer habits – I’ve definitely improved over this year, but I still struggle – and of course continue on my journey and growing relationship with God.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and resolutions as we approach 2009!

]]> By: beckygiggles http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10319 beckygiggles Sun, 28 Dec 2008 01:21:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10319 I'm waiting with baited breath for Part II. You have hit the nail on the head as you so often do. I, too, have food issues, aimless meandering days, and tend to not stick with resolutions. This year I intend to start with my heart and ask God to change my attitudes and desires. I need to change my eating habits, not just to be smaller, but to be healthier and to set a better example for my girls. I want to be a better homemaker, not just to get my husband off my back, but to provide a cozy bubble for my family in this crazy world. I want to have a purpose in my days, not just wander from one unfinished task to another. I know if I do these things for the right reasons God will help me and I will do it for His glory. Thanks so much for your blog. You help me find the spiritual in the mundane. And you make me almost pee my pants whenever a scorpion crosses your path. I’m waiting with baited breath for Part II. You have hit the nail on the head as you so often do. I, too, have food issues, aimless meandering days, and tend to not stick with resolutions. This year I intend to start with my heart and ask God to change my attitudes and desires. I need to change my eating habits, not just to be smaller, but to be healthier and to set a better example for my girls. I want to be a better homemaker, not just to get my husband off my back, but to provide a cozy bubble for my family in this crazy world. I want to have a purpose in my days, not just wander from one unfinished task to another. I know if I do these things for the right reasons God will help me and I will do it for His glory. Thanks so much for your blog. You help me find the spiritual in the mundane. And you make me almost pee my pants whenever a scorpion crosses your path.

]]> By: pharmgirl http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10318 pharmgirl Sat, 27 Dec 2008 23:46:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10318 Have you ever tried <a HREF="http://www.triplux.com/dayzero/" REL="nofollow" rel="nofollow">101 things to do in 1001 days</a>? I've been doing that for a few years now. It's a neat project to help you improve your life, especially if you have goals that may take awhile to complete. <br/><br/>Also, I know what you mean about drifting through your days! I'm at loose ends until the beginning of February (long story), so I have to force myself to structure my days, otherwise I'll spend the whole day goofing off. (I don't have kids.) Have you ever tried 101 things to do in 1001 days? I’ve been doing that for a few years now. It’s a neat project to help you improve your life, especially if you have goals that may take awhile to complete.

Also, I know what you mean about drifting through your days! I’m at loose ends until the beginning of February (long story), so I have to force myself to structure my days, otherwise I’ll spend the whole day goofing off. (I don’t have kids.)

]]> By: Anonymous http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10317 Anonymous Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:57:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10317 Oh my gosh, I could have written this list! Especially the food addiction thing. I so struggle with this; how can I love God and have a relationship with Him and still have this millstone around my neck? Please share as much as what you are comfortable with as you go through this struggle this year.<br/>Vicki<br/><br/>God bless you and give you the wisdom and strength to accomplish all He has for you this new year. Oh my gosh, I could have written this list! Especially the food addiction thing. I so struggle with this; how can I love God and have a relationship with Him and still have this millstone around my neck? Please share as much as what you are comfortable with as you go through this struggle this year.
Vicki

God bless you and give you the wisdom and strength to accomplish all He has for you this new year.

]]> By: Wifers http://www.conversiondiary.com/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html/comment-page-1#comment-10316 Wifers Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:29:00 +0000 http://gator1217.hostgator.com/~fulwiler/2008/12/thoughts-for-new-years-resolutions-part-i.html#comment-10316 I discovered you a while back and have recently had time to read more of your posts. Thank you! Thank you for writing with transparency and authenticity. I have much to ponder after reading this post as well as the ones about saying no to protect what you say yes to. Good stuff. I discovered you a while back and have recently had time to read more of your posts. Thank you! Thank you for writing with transparency and authenticity. I have much to ponder after reading this post as well as the ones about saying no to protect what you say yes to. Good stuff.

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