new year resolution
The moment I walked into my apartment, I already missed home. I was definitely home sick and was slightly emotional about it. The past three weeks, I was used to being around big groups and family. It was very ironic and annoying I have to say. In Hong Kong, I treasure the alone time possible because I have many family responsibilities (even though I always looked for things to do with people, like playing with my niece and nephew and visiting my sister). In Chicago, I have too much alone time that I miss being around people constantly. I wish there was a mixture of both.
Due to jet lag, I was awake at 1am, which was very dark and empty outside. I was looking for people to talk to so time will pass quickly, and I did. I talked to my friend and I couldn't hold my tears of missing my family and friends. I understand this is a transition because it happens every time.
Now that I have been back for a week, I feel a lot better even though I am still constantly looking for things to do with people, and am never home. I actually have a lot to do but I am just procrastinating.
1) Do it right away. Stop lounging and waiting around. I know if I continue to tell myself "there's still time", I will not get to it. Make a list. Be productive and work on them.
2) Stop comparing yourself to other people. You are not them and they are not you. The only person you should compare to is the old self and continue to be better and stronger than my old self. I have been doing quite well on this because comparing will just let you down - why am I not better than them? Okay. Why does it matter? We all live different lives. Everyone is unique.
3) Don't be afraid to make decision and choices. I guess also includes don't be afraid to make mistake. I am getting better at this, but still need to continue. I think most likely because I care a lot about what other people think, so I am scared to make the wrong decision. Remember, there is not right or wrong decision, but just good or better (for me). Don't be afraid to take the consequence of a bad decision; everything is an experience.
Three should be workable. 2015, here I come!!!!!
Due to jet lag, I was awake at 1am, which was very dark and empty outside. I was looking for people to talk to so time will pass quickly, and I did. I talked to my friend and I couldn't hold my tears of missing my family and friends. I understand this is a transition because it happens every time.
Now that I have been back for a week, I feel a lot better even though I am still constantly looking for things to do with people, and am never home. I actually have a lot to do but I am just procrastinating.
New Year Resolutions (hopefully not too late for it)
1) Do it right away. Stop lounging and waiting around. I know if I continue to tell myself "there's still time", I will not get to it. Make a list. Be productive and work on them.
2) Stop comparing yourself to other people. You are not them and they are not you. The only person you should compare to is the old self and continue to be better and stronger than my old self. I have been doing quite well on this because comparing will just let you down - why am I not better than them? Okay. Why does it matter? We all live different lives. Everyone is unique.
3) Don't be afraid to make decision and choices. I guess also includes don't be afraid to make mistake. I am getting better at this, but still need to continue. I think most likely because I care a lot about what other people think, so I am scared to make the wrong decision. Remember, there is not right or wrong decision, but just good or better (for me). Don't be afraid to take the consequence of a bad decision; everything is an experience.
Three should be workable. 2015, here I come!!!!!
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