Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Turning I Can't into I Can

Over the years (especially the last 11 1/2 years), I have often told myself, "You can't do that, you broke both legs" or "You've never done that, why bother?"  But that is not positive thinking.  

I recently started going to a new chiropractor, and both he and his office staff are great.  Every time I mention to any of them that I'm thinking of doing something, or wondering if I will be able to do something, they are very supportive.  One phrase that has really stuck out has been "The only limitations you have are the ones that you put on yourself."  

As I was composing this, I saw the following on Facebook, and thought that the message applies in this situation as well.

As I work towards my goals, I will likely have people who don't think I can or should be doing them.  But I need to do things for me, not for others.  

Below, are some of the things that I would like to accomplish.  I will not set any "deadlines" on them, because if I do not accomplish them but a set date, then I won't really feel like I've succeeded.

  • Run a marathon
  • Go ice skating
  • Go rollerblading
  • Join a bowling league
  • Curl (even just a game)