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We could do this for growth and fun?! (30 Day Challenges)

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2 weeks if you started on Oct. 20!

Day 1 if you start today! Re-starting is great if you found yourself forgetting or distracted. Compare this time to any previous and see if there's a better way for you to do it!

How are you all finding it? : )

Really noticing the way discipline feels. The words I'd use to describe it are power and shine. An inner peace that starts and ends the days.

There are 10 from the original list that are in my daily routine, leveling up this week!
 
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I'm doing pretty good as well. Finished my last exam yesterday, so now I finally have some time on my hands again.

For the next few weeks I want to focus on creating some more structure in my life. This starts with a steady sleep schedule, so that's what I'll work on. The plan is to create an evening routine and to sleep at certain times with little deviation from day to day.

Furthermore, I am doing niche research to figure out what I want to dive into for my next eCommerce venture. I want it to be a long term project, so a suitable niche is essential. If anyone has any recommendations (including threads) on how to go about this I'd love to hear it! :peace:
 

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Bad week for me admittedly. Dropped off during Halloween and election on getting a workout done early.
Just curious as to how those 2 things relate in any way to you working out in the morning?


Thanks for the tag @ZCP... @Sheens this is a great thread, now I see what you mean when you mentioned this a few weeks ago. This is a great idea
 

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Just curious as to how those 2 things relate in any way to you working out in the morning?


Thanks for the tag @ZCP... @Sheens this is a great thread, now I see what you mean when you mentioned this a few weeks ago. This is a great idea
Stayed up late and turned workout alarm off. It wasn't those exact events, but the excuse for me to stay up when I know with my current schedule that if I do not wake up early to workout it will not get done in the afternoon. Chose an extra hour of sleep over progress....probably wasn't worth it.
 
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21 days. who even started? who is nearly done?

who will start today?
 

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Way to go @calum.medlock, @andyhaus44, @ZCP, and @fenophter! You guys are rockin this!

@Sethamus, @WhoDatBoy, @peterb0yd, @AnneC, @CareCPA, @BellaPippin, @Kasimir how's it goin for you?

Another idea for anyone that's finishing this round, hasn't started, or wants to add in another at any time, lol : )..
What do you guys think of taking 7 days to try something completely new to you? Something you haven't tried before and now ready for the challenge?

Could be anything again as long as it is good for you personally and working towards your goals.
Oh man, I completely forgot.
I need to find a "Streaks" app for android so I can't use that excuse anymore.
 
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a 'work' phone that is now answered by a service and that i can 'leave at the house' on weekends is awesome.....
well worth the $20 or whatever for the extra line ...

AND you won't be as square with your young ones as Daddy will have a 'real' phone!!

AND you can get the streaks app and quit making excuses!!
 

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My accountant says I need to keep overhead down, and that two phones are unnecessary.
what the hell does an accountant know about running a business?
 
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Could you possibly meditate in the first hour you're awake?

Meditation is a great habit but I am having a hard time building it up.

This question sounds dumb but anyway...
How are you going to keep yourself awake during meditation,
especially when you're meditating right after waking up in the morning?
 
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Meditation is a great habit but I am having a hard time building it up.

This question sounds dumb but anyway...
How are you going to keep yourself awake during meditation,
especially when you're meditating right after waking up in the morning?
Don't lay down! I like laying down because it's easier on my back... bad idea. Sitting down on the armchair is enough for me to not fall asleep. I can't fall asleep sitting down easily, idk you.

One thing I've read is that if you fall asleep... let it be. It happens and it's fine. Kinda like "oh you got distracted? Don't be mad just come back". Well you fell asleep? No biggie.

Another thing I do is for example assume a finger position such as thumb and middle finger together but relaxed. You can't relax enough that you fall asleep without losing the position so I think it's like a simple task that keeps you awake.
 
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Finishing strong on Day 30?!!!!!

Incredibly proud of everyone that started and re-started!

Look at how many didn't even give it a go or stopped trying after it became inconvenient. Not you!!

Life gets pretty inconvenient, especially when you own your own business. How you respond to the inconveniences sets you miles apart from the ones that feel too overwhelmed, trapped, or even give up. We all reach versions of those blockades. Having discipline and a strong mindset get us through.

Want to go again? I really loved the saying no and 30 min skill work for the this first round and will keep those and add more. Will post again this week when those are chosen!

And anyone want to try a brand new task for 7 days?

Sounds too fun to pass up, lol! Join up and let us know : )
 
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Yes! 30 more days!

With schedules pretty crazy at this time of there year, I won't set any dates. Just post up a date here when you start!

Of course, anyone and everyone welcome to join and choose there own options!

@AnneC had mentioned focusing on a physical challenge for the next one and that's going to be my primary as well! Started this awesome routine recommended by @WillHurtDontCare and will be doing this 3 days per week and another workout 3 other days and one rest/full stretch day!


For mindset and something brand new for 7 days, going to listen to guided yoga nidra before going to sleep...might extend that to full 30 days!

Going to be intermittent fasting and saying 'no' to a biz distraction daily.

Is anyone interested in doing a water fast for 1-3 days next week?
 
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I'm in!

Except I'm going for nofap for 30 days (actually, the goal is at least 1 year but let's start with 30 days). I might as well go full Jedi mode so no more smoking weed and at least 10 minutes of meditation everyday.

If I fail I will post in this thread. In that case please feel free to make jokes about me haha.

Best of luck to all participants!!
 
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I'm in!

Except I'm going for nofap for 30 days (actually, the goal is at least 1 year but let's start with 30 days). I might as well go full Jedi mode so no more smoking weed and at least 10 minutes of meditation everyday.

If I fail I will post in this thread. In that case please feel free to make jokes about me haha.

Best of luck to all participants!!
Best of luck! Nofap wouldn’t be a problem for me I’d rather strugle with the weed part. :)
 

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Hope it's not late to join the accountability plan.

Definitely not too late!

Anyone can start and join anytime! And there may be a few who start over, keep adding additional ideas, or go way past 30 days!


streaks app worked. thanks @peterb0yd

Enjoying the app? How many days into your streak now @ZCP?

I had a real problem with being on social media too much. Deleted the app for a week or so it was great but I can't delete it permanently.

Did your week off feel like it reset the time awareness for you on the app? Have you tried this daily by choosing times that will be 'app free?'
 

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start simple. keep it going. prove to yourself you can be consistent.
 

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A few days back I was thinking about how I always lose the "momentum" I build up during the week in the weekends, so I hope that this challenge along with a different attitude help me break that cycle.

Really cool how awesome the week is going for you and I hope you see it lasting through the weekend and well beyond!

A few things that have helped get through the weekend or the like is to keep the same routine/schedule that's been so good during the week.

And if feeling momentum slip, immediately do something. Get up and go for a walk. Change your scenery, meditate, or meal prep... Get physical and let the excitement of being productive take over.
 

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17 days in a row ... .let's go .... easy ONCE YOU GET STARTED
 
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Bad week for me admittedly. Dropped off during Halloween and election on getting a workout done early.

Today could be Day 1 again!

One of the best things about that is the starting high! You get to ride that high and push yourself farther.

An easy way to lose is to wait for a better day, an easier week, a better 'plan' .. most of us have these thoughts every day. Let them come and go. You got this!

Can't wait to see you beat ZCP's streak : )
 
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is @LightHouse joining us on the 30 day journey?? interested?
 

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i'm doing it for about a 20 days and i founded this thread, i will add mine:

i'm performing my trading strategy
i'm quiting social media
Meditate
 

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I'm doing pretty good. Had one small slip up when hanging out with friends who were smoking, but I just accepted it without resentment. I'm happy with the progress I am making, and the new habits I am forming. Also, I must admit I did not meditate everyday, but I definitely do meditate most days now.

The 7 day challenge sounds fun, but I must say I can't think of anything I never did before that I can actually try out in these quarantine times. Any suggestions?
 

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Definitely better this week on working out. The only days skipped were the two days where I hand dug a 70ft ditch for an electric line to my shed (harder than the workout I would have been doing). Also added no alcohol for 30 days last Saturday and cruising through that. The test will be Sunday( going to a football game) and the 21st, we are having a party for the 1 year old with friends and family.
 
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day 23 done. day 24 going.

@CareCPA get an iphone too ..... one business line (android) , one personal line (ios) ....... be badass w/ two phones .... get your business line answered by a service
 

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day 23 done. day 24 going.

@CareCPA get an iphone too ..... one business line (android) , one personal line (ios) ....... be badass w/ two phones .... get your business line answered by a service
My accountant says I need to keep overhead down, and that two phones are unnecessary.

However, I have actually considered having two phones. The urge to check work email outside of work hours is too strong. I think tech-addiction is a real thing.
 

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