A new you in 1001 days?

**Roryrory** · February 2nd, 2009, 05:46 AM

OK, so I know its not for everyone, but I am really into lists.

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 organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.

Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.

2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.

3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.

4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.

5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.

Here is the link to the website :Day Zero - The Home of the 101 Things to do in 1001 Days Project

And here is my list :the 101 in 1001 project ? 101 ways to a better me

My start date was 26 January 2008 - I have until 24 October 2011 to complete my tasks. My oldest baby will be five by then!

**{sarah}** · February 2nd, 2009, 05:48 AM

I somehow stumbled onto your blog the other day, linked to another BB member I think

and thought it was an awesome idea. I'm going to come up with my 101 things this week and do it too, so I guess theat you can cross off number 99

**{sarah}** · February 2nd, 2009, 06:43 AM

101 things are really hard to come up with!! I had a look at yours for inspiration Rory & already have a few the same!!

**Danni** · February 2nd, 2009, 07:59 AM

Wow this is great stuff. I always have a weekend list to-do, and NEVER manage to cross everything off.

I might see if I can do a combined list with Dh

**squidipa** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:01 AM

subscribing

**Lolli** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:01 AM

Holy moley... just the thought of it making my head hurt... 101 things? I reckon I'd hav etrouble coming up with 5...

But you have me intrigued now Rory

I'll be thinking about this one all day!!

**Visitor7** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:07 AM

This sounds great! I'll definitely be in on this.

**{sarah}** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:08 AM

I can't believe how hard it is to come up with 101 things, I thought it'd be easy but I only have 66 so far..... Does anyone have any brilliant suggestions?!

**Visitor7** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:10 AM

I saw in roryory's blog you wanted to do this for yourself this year. So have you been concentrating on that? How about little things around the home that need doing but you've forgotten about? Or is there something special you've been wanting to do by yourself, or with dh?

**{sarah}** · February 2nd, 2009, 08:15 AM

I've got lots of photography things, like different projects I've wanted to do but never have, household things, things with the kids, exercise, meeting new people. I can't believe there aren't 101 things I want to do ROFL!! I'm sure with a few more hours today I'll have it all sorted to start tomorrow.

ETA: All done - 101 Things in 1001 Days

**Laranna** · February 2nd, 2009, 10:33 AM

Wow! This sounds great. I'm starting my list now!

Rory - I like your #27. I have Charmaine Solomons Asian Favourites. Her recipes are awesome! We have the beef and black bean once a week!

**Danni** · February 2nd, 2009, 11:10 AM

I have spoken to Dh and he thinks its a bad idea. Of course he does! lol

But I do think we should set some yearly goals

***star*** · February 2nd, 2009, 02:02 PM

Ha! This is just the type of thing I love to start and won't ever finish!!! I have so many good intentions!

But it has reminded me of one thing I keep meaning to do but always forget when my computer is on- organise a monthly picnic with a big group of my close friends. We used to do this when I was a kid and loved it, and for years I've been "intending" to do it. So I'm getting off BB now and doing it! So you have inspired me in a good way. I'll just do it my way - 1 thing in 1 hour!!!

**Roryrory** · February 2nd, 2009, 06:41 PM

But I do think we should set some yearly goals

Mabello a GF of mine does this with her husband every year - they have financial, "couple", children and family goals. One I can recall she told us about was they wanted to be a more active family, another was that as a couple they were going to admit something to eachother once a week (whether it was eating too much or something from their childhood they had kept secret) and so on.

I found it awfully hard to think of 101 things to put on my list too!!!