1. What are you goals for the next 12 months? Do you have any physical health goals? Do you have any other goals about improving your character and personality?
I don't have a lot of goals coming up. I am just starting into my off season with my business, so things start to become pretty dormant. I guess I have some home improvement projects that I should focus on, but that seems contradictory to GAL. Generally speaking, I am very much a homebody
2. What are some things that you are passionate about?
I very much like working on things, building things. I'm quite handy. I am also very passionate about spending time with my family, but that passion isn't available to me as much now. I will put that focus ALL on D now.
3. What are some things that have intrigued you and you've always wanted to try?
There really isn't much that intrigues me that I haven't done or tried. I really am a simple man. I don't have existential aspirations or passions I strive to have in my life. That sounds pretty pathetic, I guess
About your D, I get that it's hard at the moment not to be bummed out. But, you have to learn how to put your game face on when D is around and push everything about you on the side. It's easier said than done, trust me I know. Are there any activities that D loves that you could do with her? Does she have any extracurricular activities that you could do or you could start some new ones?
Yes, I am going to start THIS week on focusing on daughters needs and our togetherness. We went bowling about a week ago, and she enjoyed that. She's an avid quad racer, just finishing up her season as the points champion. But, quad season is now over. She also enjoys snowboarding, so I am thinking that I will get back on a pair of skis this winter. It's been about 20 years
You have to be the best dad you can to your D. Think of yourself as a single parent now when she's with you.
I am going to commit to this 100%
Honestly, make a list and if you like to journal, do it. If journaling is not your thing, that's okay, but do something to remind yourself of the great things you're doing every day if you can.
All of these small steps will help you emotionally and mentally. As they say here, this is a marathon, not a sprint. The journey is important for yourself.
Thank you for the suggestions. I am going to work on a list, and focus on the small steps that I need to take. I will keep reminding myself that this is a marathon!
