The Lovestruck Diaries

Usually I try to think of a good topic, polish my post, and edit it a lot so it’s smooth and easy to read. But you know what? Sometimes I just want to sit at my keyboard and let the words flow. You don’t mind, right?

I’ve been thinking a lot about my New Year goals and how I can get myself back on track.

Every year, I make the mistake of thinking I’ll wake up on January 1st as a totally new woman. Not the case. I’ve been struggling…hard…and dare I say, failing at my goals.

One thing about me is that I’m not afraid to fail. I announce my goals and what I’m doing to everyone, excitedly… and then I don’t always follow through. That’s just how I am. And it’s okay. I’m not afraid to fail in front of my blog members. You make me feel safe enough to be myself.

I tend to think I have to go all in, 100%, with changes, and when that doesn’t happen, I feel ashamed and guilty and all of those heavy feelings that make me feel like a horrible person.

What I’m trying to remember now is that a little bit goes a long way.

Small changes, done imperfectly and consistently, will still lead to growth over time.

Instead of beating myself up for not blogging enough, or for trying to make everything perfect, I can just sit down and let it flow without worrying.

I can have a protein shake or juice some mornings, and other mornings I’ll inevitably forget and just have my sugary coffee.

I can go for a walk when it’s warm enough outside (I’ve realized I really dislike the walking pad), and when it’s too cold or snowy, I can stay in and try some gentle stretches. And if it’s not every day… that’s okay.

I’m struggling with a lot of things I dare not mention, privacy and all that (maybe I can go into it on Patreon😏), but I’m trying to figure out how to make small, gentle changes there too.

And maybe that’s what this season is about for me. Not a full reinvention. Not perfection. Just showing up as I am, making small choices, giving myself grace, and trusting that slow progress still counts.

If you’re in a similar place, I’d love to hear from you. What’s one small, gentle thing you’re working on right now…or one thing you’re giving yourself permission to do imperfectly? Let me know. 💗 I’d love to hear from you.

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