The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Begin Date: January 14th, 2009
End Date: October 12th, 2011
BOLD: Complete.
ITALICS: Currently working on.
LINKS: Should (but not always!) provide a link to an entry on the task that was completed.
1. Open a high interest savings account and maintain $2000 for 3 months. (0/3)
2. Pay off all credit cards completely.
3. Close out unnecessary accounts, such as credit union.
4. Open a Post Office Box.
5. Move out of parents house permanently, whether with roommates or not.
6. Get own apartment, no roommates.
7. Clean and reduce amount of items in closet by at least half and donate other half to charity.
8. Find another job in a library or start volunteering in one again.
9. Become a permanent employee of Blizzard Entertainment.
10. Get fairy wings tattooed on back.
11. Attend a Renaissance Faire in full faire garb/costume.
12. Go horseback riding for the first time.
13. Skydive.
14. Relearn to swim and do so in the ocean.
15. Meet at least one friend in person that I know solely on Livejournal.
16. Completely turn off cell phone while driving for over 15 minutes, 10 times (3/10).
17. Go outside for 10 random days without a single drop of makeup on (0/10).
18. Be a part of a live audience for a television show or talk show.
19. Purchase a MAC laptop (EDIT 02/21/09): Purchase a NEW laptop, not a MAC.
20. Join a gym.
+ 24 Hour Fitness on 02/03/09
21. Work out 4 days a week for 3 months.
22. Bring weight down to 120-125lbs and maintain for 3 months.
23. Take a belly dancing class.
24. Take a yoga class.
25. Take a kickboxing class.
26. Have final dental work done (root canal cap) and establish 6 month cleanings.
27. Brush and floss every night for 30 days. (0/30)
28. Once medical insurance is obtained, see a doctor about stomach problems and pains.
29. Enjoy a spa day with full body massage, facial and hot springs.
30. Drink a cup of tea nightly for 30 days. (1/30)
31. Try 10 new types of tea. (2/10)
+ White Raspberry
+ Mangosteen Green Tea
32. Eliminate all beef and pork product from diet for 30 days.
33. Take the stairs instead of elevators for one full semester at University.
34. Get certified in First Aid/CPR.
35. Do research and make an earthquake kit to keep in my car.
36. Drink only water for 30 days straight (0/30).
37. Run one mile without stopping.
38. Remember to put eye drops in the morning and at night for 30 days. (0/30)
39. Read all the books currently (1/14/09) on bookshelf that have not been read. (2/25)
40. Read at least 5 books a year from the Classic Book List. (0/5 2009) (0/5 2010) (0/5 2011)
41. Read at least 3 books a year from the Banned Books List (must be different from Classic Book List). (0/3 2009) (0/3 2010) (0/3 2011)
42. Level at least one World Of Warcraft character to maximum level.
43. Watch all of the Lord of the Rings movies.
44. Purchase and watch all the seasons of Avonlea.
+ Season One
+ Season Two
45. Watch 25 movies Ive yet to see from the AFI’s Top 100. (3/25)
+ Citizen Kane
+ Shawshank Redemption
+ Westside Story
46. Go to the movie theater at least once a month, even if there is nothing I want to see.
+ January 2009 - Inkheart
+ February 2009 - Hes Just Not That Into You
+ March 2009 - Watchmen
+ April 2009 - Wolverine
+ May 2009 - UP
+ June 2009 -
47. Buy a cookbook and make at least 5 full dishes from it.
48. Try 10 new restaurants. (2/10)
+ Outback Steakhouse
+ The Hat
+ Peking China House
+ Dukes in Huntington Beach
+ Japanese Restaurant in Fountain Valley (Cant Remember ><)
+ Huntington Brewing Company
49. Sign up for music reading/theory lessons at a local community college.
50. Buy/rent a violin and sign up for lessons.
51. Take Spanish language classes & learn Spanish fluently.
52. Take American Sign language classes & learn fluently.
53. Take an introduction to computer course to relearn basic applications.
54. Take a computer programming/web design course.
55. Take and complete a Women’s Studies course at University.
56. Complete Bachelors Degree in Comparative Religions from University.
57. Keep planner/organizer until very last date of use (In other words, don’t buy a new one if I don’t need one).
58. Vote in every single election until 2011Complete a hook & latch project.
63. Own another hamster, preferably one saved from a shelter.
64. Go to a live sporting event/game.
65. Have a picnic in a park in the middle of the day.
66. Read 5 books a year based solely on Taoism and Eastern Philosophy, particularly original documents.
67. Learn how to and finish a complete session of meditation successfully.
68. Buy a telescope.
69. Begin a dream journal and write in it everyday for 30 days. (0/30)
70. Once medical insurance is obtained, start regular therapy and go at least 5 times. (0/5)
71. Fast during Ramadan (08/21/09 - 09/19/09).
72. Give up something for Lent (02/25/09 - 04/11/09). FAILED.
73. Go camping for a weekend up in the mountains.
74. Visit San Francisco, California.
75. Visit Vancouver, Canada.
76. Visit the Grand Canyon National Park.
77. See three live Broadway Shows/Musicals. (1/3)
+ Rent 03/01/09
78. Visit the Natural History Museum of LA.
79. Visit Tijuana, Mexico.
80. Visit Joshua tree national park.
81. Purchase 3 sets of nice underwear/lingerie. (2/3)
82. Go to the book signing of an author Ive never heard of and purchase their book.
83. Give $20 to 3 random homeless people. (1/3)
84. Visit a cemetery and leave flowers on an empty, random grave.
85. Donate blood 3 more times. (0/3)
86. Ask to the speak to the manager of someone who treated me very well.
87. Throw a penny into a well and make a wish for someone else.
88. Do not complain about anything for two weeks (0/14).
89. Write three yearly letters to my sponsored child in Paraguay. (1/3 2009) (0/3 2010) (0/3 2011)
90. Donate a toy to Toys for Tots every Christmas. (0/2)
91. Walk somewhere three times that I could have driven to. (0/3)
92. Reduce my worldly possessions to 100 Things.
93. Become a Big Sister.
94. Spend 10 random days away from all technology (except car). (0/10)
95. Watch a meteor shower.
96. Buy oranges or some fruit from the vendor on the street corner.
97. Pay for one person's order behind me in a drive thru.
98. Kiss someone in the pouring rain.
99. Leave a 50% tip at a restaurant.
100. For every incomplete task, donate $5 to a favorite charity.
101. Compile another list.
♥ Regina
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Begin Date: January 14th, 2009
End Date: October 12th, 2011
BOLD: Complete.
ITALICS: Currently working on.
LINKS: Should (but not always!) provide a link to an entry on the task that was completed.
1. Open a high interest savings account and maintain $2000 for 3 months. (0/3)
2. Pay off all credit cards completely.
3. Close out unnecessary accounts, such as credit union.
4. Open a Post Office Box.
5. Move out of parents house permanently, whether with roommates or not.
6. Get own apartment, no roommates.
7. Clean and reduce amount of items in closet by at least half and donate other half to charity.
8. Find another job in a library or start volunteering in one again.
9. Become a permanent employee of Blizzard Entertainment.
10. Get fairy wings tattooed on back.
11. Attend a Renaissance Faire in full faire garb/costume.
12. Go horseback riding for the first time.
13. Skydive.
14. Relearn to swim and do so in the ocean.
15. Meet at least one friend in person that I know solely on Livejournal.
16. Completely turn off cell phone while driving for over 15 minutes, 10 times (3/10).
17. Go outside for 10 random days without a single drop of makeup on (0/10).
18. Be a part of a live audience for a television show or talk show.
19. Purchase a MAC laptop (EDIT 02/21/09): Purchase a NEW laptop, not a MAC.
20. Join a gym.
+ 24 Hour Fitness on 02/03/09
21. Work out 4 days a week for 3 months.
22. Bring weight down to 120-125lbs and maintain for 3 months.
23. Take a belly dancing class.
24. Take a yoga class.
25. Take a kickboxing class.
26. Have final dental work done (root canal cap) and establish 6 month cleanings.
27. Brush and floss every night for 30 days. (0/30)
28. Once medical insurance is obtained, see a doctor about stomach problems and pains.
29. Enjoy a spa day with full body massage, facial and hot springs.
30. Drink a cup of tea nightly for 30 days. (1/30)
31. Try 10 new types of tea. (2/10)
+ White Raspberry
+ Mangosteen Green Tea
32. Eliminate all beef and pork product from diet for 30 days.
33. Take the stairs instead of elevators for one full semester at University.
34. Get certified in First Aid/CPR.
35. Do research and make an earthquake kit to keep in my car.
36. Drink only water for 30 days straight (0/30).
37. Run one mile without stopping.
38. Remember to put eye drops in the morning and at night for 30 days. (0/30)
39. Read all the books currently (1/14/09) on bookshelf that have not been read. (2/25)
40. Read at least 5 books a year from the Classic Book List. (0/5 2009) (0/5 2010) (0/5 2011)
41. Read at least 3 books a year from the Banned Books List (must be different from Classic Book List). (0/3 2009) (0/3 2010) (0/3 2011)
42. Level at least one World Of Warcraft character to maximum level.
43. Watch all of the Lord of the Rings movies.
44. Purchase and watch all the seasons of Avonlea.
+ Season One
+ Season Two
45. Watch 25 movies Ive yet to see from the AFI’s Top 100. (3/25)
+ Citizen Kane
+ Shawshank Redemption
+ Westside Story
46. Go to the movie theater at least once a month, even if there is nothing I want to see.
+ January 2009 - Inkheart
+ February 2009 - Hes Just Not That Into You
+ March 2009 - Watchmen
+ April 2009 - Wolverine
+ May 2009 - UP
+ June 2009 -
47. Buy a cookbook and make at least 5 full dishes from it.
48. Try 10 new restaurants. (2/10)
+ Outback Steakhouse
+ The Hat
+ Peking China House
+ Dukes in Huntington Beach
+ Japanese Restaurant in Fountain Valley (Cant Remember ><)
+ Huntington Brewing Company
49. Sign up for music reading/theory lessons at a local community college.
50. Buy/rent a violin and sign up for lessons.
51. Take Spanish language classes & learn Spanish fluently.
52. Take American Sign language classes & learn fluently.
53. Take an introduction to computer course to relearn basic applications.
54. Take a computer programming/web design course.
55. Take and complete a Women’s Studies course at University.
56. Complete Bachelors Degree in Comparative Religions from University.
57. Keep planner/organizer until very last date of use (In other words, don’t buy a new one if I don’t need one).
58. Vote in every single election until 2011Complete a hook & latch project.
63. Own another hamster, preferably one saved from a shelter.
64. Go to a live sporting event/game.
65. Have a picnic in a park in the middle of the day.
66. Read 5 books a year based solely on Taoism and Eastern Philosophy, particularly original documents.
67. Learn how to and finish a complete session of meditation successfully.
68. Buy a telescope.
69. Begin a dream journal and write in it everyday for 30 days. (0/30)
70. Once medical insurance is obtained, start regular therapy and go at least 5 times. (0/5)
71. Fast during Ramadan (08/21/09 - 09/19/09).
72. Give up something for Lent (02/25/09 - 04/11/09). FAILED.
73. Go camping for a weekend up in the mountains.
74. Visit San Francisco, California.
75. Visit Vancouver, Canada.
76. Visit the Grand Canyon National Park.
77. See three live Broadway Shows/Musicals. (1/3)
+ Rent 03/01/09
78. Visit the Natural History Museum of LA.
79. Visit Tijuana, Mexico.
80. Visit Joshua tree national park.
81. Purchase 3 sets of nice underwear/lingerie. (2/3)
82. Go to the book signing of an author Ive never heard of and purchase their book.
83. Give $20 to 3 random homeless people. (1/3)
84. Visit a cemetery and leave flowers on an empty, random grave.
85. Donate blood 3 more times. (0/3)
86. Ask to the speak to the manager of someone who treated me very well.
87. Throw a penny into a well and make a wish for someone else.
88. Do not complain about anything for two weeks (0/14).
89. Write three yearly letters to my sponsored child in Paraguay. (1/3 2009) (0/3 2010) (0/3 2011)
90. Donate a toy to Toys for Tots every Christmas. (0/2)
91. Walk somewhere three times that I could have driven to. (0/3)
92. Reduce my worldly possessions to 100 Things.
93. Become a Big Sister.
94. Spend 10 random days away from all technology (except car). (0/10)
95. Watch a meteor shower.
96. Buy oranges or some fruit from the vendor on the street corner.
97. Pay for one person's order behind me in a drive thru.
98. Kiss someone in the pouring rain.
99. Leave a 50% tip at a restaurant.
100. For every incomplete task, donate $5 to a favorite charity.
101. Compile another list.
♥ Regina
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