2020 was trash. Period. But it wasn't all bad.
What sucked
Work was slow.
The gym was closed for months.
I totally gorged on snacks.
What was awesome
I watched telenovelas from my youth on youtube (Maria la del barrio, Mari Mar, Rosalinda, Leonela) and boy! Were they different than I remember.
Long walks exploring NYC. Over the spring and summer while gyms were closed I walked 8-10 miles a day. From Battery park past van cortland park. From central park to Queens. From Harlem to Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx.
Learned how to knit
BLM
PTSD is real. And recent events have brought so much to the forefront. Again.
It feels like the conversation is just beginning for some while others have had it for centuries. The lack of trust is evident. And it runs deep.
So will we have honest and open communication?
When does the healing begin?
My Goals for 2021
The 3 B’s
Be Kind-The other day I was on the 4 train headed to the gym. And this dude sat next to me without wearing a mask. Now I could’ve lost my mind and become another overnight video sensation on twitter but instead I chose to give him my extra one. He was so grateful and mentioned he’d forgotten his. We are so quick to judge and create… believe baseless narratives. For 2021 my focus will be on being kind. Period. That’s not to imply I’ve been mean. I’m consciously making the decision to show kindness on a daily basis.
Be Prepared-If 2020 has taught me anything it’s being ill prepared is never a good thing. From hunting for disinfectant sprays/wipes to entering a supermarket with empty shelves to going to the DMV without an appointment (yes thats truly a thing now).
Be Engaged-For a couple of months in 2020 I got really depressed. I’m talking about how I couldn’t get out of bed… I didn’t want to talk to anyone. Ignored text, emails, etc. It wasn’t until I chatted with a friend that I realized how much I needed to open up to someone.
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