#this is 32

[arliedraws]

Oh hey, it’s almost the new year! It means it’s time to pick a new focus.

Last year, my word was “maximize.” My goal was to make better financial decisions and maximize my free time which meant cutting out mindless television-watching and focus instead on writing and reading and drawing more. A year ago, I started the habit of waking up a half hour earlier and using that time to read; I’ve kept it up to the point where waking up at 5:30 is a habit. The year before was all about health—getting back in shape, focusing on nutritious foods, running, etc. I ended up running a 10K for the first time and really enjoyed it! I think I was in the best shape of my life that year.

In 2025, my phrase for the year is “One more rep.” It sounds a little stupid, but the concept is, “Can I push myself just a bit more?”

I’ve gotten into the habit of not finishing things or not putting things away when I’m done. I don’t cross the finish line because I figure “eh close enough.” So my focus this year is to find that little bit of extra energy and hang my coat up in the closet when I get home instead of draping it over the sofa arm. Fold my clothes when I finish the laundry. Reach out to someone when I’m thinking about them, even just to say hi (and even if I feel like I’m always the person who reaches out first).

This isn’t applicable to everything, but just like when I’m lifting weights, I’m asking myself, “Can I squeeze out another rep? Is it safe? Will it deplete me? Or will I build a tiny bit more strength and endurance with this?”

Just sharing because this sort of goal-setting is values-based rather than results-based. It helps me so much more to make lifestyle changes than to aim for an abstract goal. If you’re a person who struggles with keeping commitments or you’re a fellow ADHD-er like me, I really recommend this! It just helps me determine if my daily choices are based on my mood or my values—and my mood and my values are often at odds with each other 😅

[goldenphlox]

Belated birthday celebrations in Boston last night 🌆✨

[toshikosatos]

I went to my little comedy show and laughed and enjoyed myself even though I also felt extremely awkward being there alone at a small bar where everyone else was sitting at tables with friends and I kinda had to just stand by the bar the whole time hoping my knees wouldn't give out on me and no one would notice how awkwardly I carry myself. Like, I did still enjoy seeing the YouTubers I like tell jokes irl! But I am also kinda down on myself about my body and clothes and stuff tonight and going into this very social venue alone did not help. Weird to feel both "that was cool" and "I feel kinda shitty about myself" at the same time.

I'm trying to think of how to wrap this post up and my brain just went completely blank and then started giving me fancy dessert cravings? Idk what to tell you

[mariamlaila]

this will be my most depressing birthday I fear 😅

[sustancy]

[sulfatto]

[lulucinnabon]

hello tumblr….I forget to post here….Here’s some agent 32 🦑 🐙

[evil-cryptile]

Low effort Jane Prentiss pre and during wormification

[gyonikubun]

8/4 2024 artwork <3

[zoe-oneesama]

So many friends willing to displace their siblings for you U_U

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[2fast4maws]

testing the waters with drawing comics, this was fun

may follow up on this idea for another day of huevember 🐙🦑

[merrodi]

yellow and red like the starbursts i love

[baguantte]

secret santa gift i made for my friend cori ! vampire style is so tasty

[strongerpotions]

why is it always "you have an infestation" and "oh my god why are you covered in lesions" and never "how is the wasp's nest in your attic? is it nice? does it thrum with life and malice? does it sing that you are beautiful, that you are a home, that you can be fully consumed by what loves you?"

[sulfatto]