Hello, August.
I’m having a hard time believing that July is already over (seriously, where has the time gone?!?), but it’s time to gear up for the month ahead. I love what the beginning of a new month signifies. Fresh starts, new opportunities, the chance to put your best foot forward. And right now I think the most effective way for me to do that is to kick off the month with some goals.
1. Add at least 15 new blog post ideas to my continuous list
I have a very specific way I like to blog, and one of the things it involves is keeping a long, continuous list of blog posts. I like having my blog post topics planned out for in advance because I think it makes it easier for me when I actually go to write the posts. That being said, my goal for the month of August is to brainstorm at least 15 brand new post ideas. I know that’s a lot to ask of myself, but I think I could use the challenge.
2. Add new stretches to my workout routine
My daily workout usually consists of a run, stretches and arm and leg exercises. This month, I would like to add a few different stretches to the workout routine, just so I can mix things up.
3. Read a book a week
One of my previous month’s goals was to read more, which I felt like I was only able to somewhat accomplish. I love reading, but with other things going on in my life, I often find it hard to make time to do it. I think if I make the effort, however, I will be able to read at least one book a week this August. (That being said, if you have any good recommendations, let me know!)
4. Post on my Instagram stories every day
Historically, I have had a back-and-forth relationship with Instagram stories. I have moments when I find it so easy to remember to post on them. Then, I have other moments when I can’t think of a single thing that would work. My hope for the month is to balance that out by posting at least once every day. I feel like stories are so fun and interactive, and I would love to get more consistent with my posting.
Well, those are my main focuses for the month of August. I’m trying to keep things simple this month in terms of goals in the hope that it will make it easier to achieve them. I’ll try to keep you updated on how well things work out, and I would definitely be interested in hearing about everything you have planned for this month!
Thank you so much for reading!
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What are your goals for the month?
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Good luck for your monthly goals ! 😊
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Thank you! 🙂
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Books have been a huge one for me nearly every month this year just because I never get around to reading as much as I would actually like to! I also dropped off a bit in terms of going to the gym and working out so that’s definitely a goal to get back into it this month! xx
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The same thing happens to me with reading! And good luck! 🙂
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Those sound like great goals for August! Have you tried doing sun salutations? I added them into my exercise routine last month, and they make my brain feel nice and crisp 🙂 Here’s to the prosperous August ahead!
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Thank you! And I haven’t done them before, but I’ll definitely have to give them a try! Thank you for the tip 🙂
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Would love to hear about the books you are reading if you have time to sneak in book related posts! 🙂
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I’ll definitely do that if I get the chance! 🙂
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Brilliant goals for August, good luck with them all. I want to start reading more too, I have so many books I want to complete by the end of August.
Melissa | http://www.moonlightmel.co.uk
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Great post! Good luck with all of these goals x
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Good luck with the one book a week! Would love to know what you manage to read!
Jas xx
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These are really good goals. I’m a bit hot and miss with insta stories too. I always promote my blog posts there but often forget or haven’t got anything to post. I try though as I don’t post a photo on my grid everyday I should try to keep my stories up at least.
Good luck with your goals!
Samantha x
https://thebeautyspyglass
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Best of luck with your monthly goals. I can’t believe it’s August already, it will be Christmas in no time! I love your one about reading more, I really want to start doing this but it feels like the time during the day just flies by, and there’s so much that needs to be done!
Amy,
https://creativenails.uk
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I used to read so many books, I can’t understand why I even stopped! They’re a great time out.
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