Fika: a moment to slow down and appreciate the good things in life

I love lists. They are one of my favorite things to make, but I tend to overwhelm myself with possibilities. I plan out everything I want to do and of course each goal is related to another and so I have trouble deciding where to start. Logically, I know it is best to take things one at a time and implement new habits slowly so that they stick. Because it takes a long time to form a habit. The most common theory I've heard is that it takes a month. Although, depending on the habit and other factors it can take much longer. For a more thorough explanation, see a post on Huffington  here . A month minimum? That's a long time and a lot of room for one exception that turns into a pattern of laziness. When the seasons change and fall hits, I find it more natural to seek change and organization than in springtime. Perhaps it's something to do with preparing for the winter, organizing a welcoming home and place someone would want to settle into for a few months. Maybe it...

             Go Travel Far and Often Whoever came up with this alternate definition is genius and I applaud their creativity. With the whole world before you where will you go? And who will you take with you?  Any limits you see are self-imposed. Because really, we can grow accustomed to anything. While that's not always good, it is something to bear in mind. We are adaptable.  There's no use in waiting, it will only shorten the adventure we're on. Just go.