Simple Goal Setting
This week: Start short daily runs, take a few photos with the camera
This month: Get the camera fixed up
Next few months: Take part in an organized run, take camera on a trip
Interest Snapshot
| Interest | Current Status | Why I Like It | Current Situation | Future Plans | Friends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Declutter | Until end of July | More focus at home | |||
| Event lighting | Until end of July | Jake | |||
| Audiobooks | Exploring | I have enjoyed a few so far | Listen to in the evenings | Join a book club | |
| Running | Active | Feels good - Clears my mind | Getting back after injury - Taking it slow | Train for half marathon | Andrew |
| Film photography | Exploring | New creative outlet - Have a cool Hasselblad | Can start small - Fits with other hobbies | Document trips and activities with friends | Michael |
| Road biking | On hold | Enjoyed AIDS Lifecycle - Good workout | Waiting for shoulder to heal | Ease back in when ready | Rob, Michael |
| Gym | On hold | I feel better about how I look | Waiting for shoulder to heal | Edward | |
| Swimming | On hold | I enjoy it in the right setting | Haven’t found somewhere I like to swim | ||
| Tennis | On hold | I have enjoyed before | Not a good idea with shoulder | ||
| Yoga | On hold | I don’t enjoy… I think | |||
| Triathlon | Future goal | Ultimate fitness challenge - Combines interests | Focus on running for now | Long-term fitness goal | |
| Backpacking | Occasional | Love nature and adventures | Can do day trips, Combines with other interests | Plan longer trips later | Andrew, Wilson, Elisa, Willie |
| Art space project | Considering | Hands-on creativity - Meet new people | Start with quick projects - Work in short bursts | Build up to bigger pieces | Sri |
| Screen printing | Future project | Hands on creativity | |||
| Lighting installation | Future project | Mix of tech and art - Made cool stuff before | Not enough time right now - Can plan for later | Design concepts for future | |
| Gardening | Simmering | Slows me down | Edward | ||
| Graphic design | Simmering | Fun to create - Useful skill | Start with stickers - Quick, small projects | Design for other hobbies | |
| Website development | Ongoing | Keep skills sharp - Showcase other interests | Can do bit by bit- Not physically demanding | Make sites for my projects | |
| Reading | On hold | Audiobooks instead for now | Chris |
Quick Priority Check
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What can I do right now? (e.g., gentle running, photography)
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What should I plan for later? (e.g., big lighting projects, intense biking)
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What can I combine? (e.g., photograph on camping trips)
Positive Reminders
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Recovery time lets me explore new things
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Limited time means I get better at planning
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Current limits help me build a strong base for bigger projects later
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Every small step forward is progress
Remember: It’s okay to adjust your focus as your energy and situation change. The goal is to enjoy your interests, not stress about them!