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ChristmasI’m only about halfway through my winter break, which is very nice to still have some time left. I have been spending a lot of time catching up on my pushups and sit-ups, but I have also spent time with my f…
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Time OffOver the past few weeks, I have been really focusing on catching up on all of my numbers. I know that I still have about ten months until my official test day, but I want to try to get all of my numbers caught up…
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The Laws of SimplicityI finished my second book for my black belt test! This book is called “The Laws of Simplicity.” The book is essentially about how you take your chaotic lives and try to make them simpler. It talks about how har…
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That sounds like a good book to read. I like the ideas you are writing down. It is human to be vulnerable especially during this black belt challenge. It is important to lean on friends and family. They will help you when you really need them. It is good to be positive about life.
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ThanksgivingLast week was Thanksgiving Break, so I got a full week off of school. It was really nice to get a week off of school and work because it’s been pretty stressful with how many hours I’m away from home each week. I t…
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It is really great to have a little vacation. It helps to relax and spend time with family and friends. It is good that you were able to continue working on your goal. Constancy is one of the ways to reach it.
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Catch UpSince I started this test, I have fairly quickly fallen behind on some of my numbers. I think that it was just a lot at the beginning, and it didn’t take long for me to fall behind. Even though I still have many m…
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Olivia! Don’t be discouraged. This is a very long journey that begins with first (and small) steps. Some days you’ll fall behind, others you’ll be ahead. It’s all part of it. The key is never giving up and giving it your best. You got this
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It is good that you are doing a little bit of extra push ups and sit ups. It does give you some wiggle room if you miss a day of doing them. Some days you may not be able to do them because you are very sick or injured. It is all part of the test. This test is an entire year. Try to remember that and not stress about the numbers. Do what you can on a daily basis. You will get there with your determination.
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I am glad you are having a restful and relaxing time with friends and family. It will definitely help to reset you for school and the challenge. I hope you have a wonderful new year’s.