Nostalgia, old movies, journal.

Journaling 6*

Sometimes I get nostalgic.

Then I turn on some old movie on my tablet and don't even watch it, just listen.

Often this helps me write. And I have to write often because this semester I have to journal for two subjects.

Well, you know, right, that I study at BCC*?

The book I have to read is called Atomic Habits by James Clear. Have you read it or heard of it? Actually, I like it.

The author explains that ‘small’ habits can make a ‘big’ difference.

He also says ‘forget about goals, focus on the system instead’. I completely agree with that.

How many times have I started to learn Portuguese? 5-6? but I didn't have a system. I would watch YouTube videos made by one person, that go to another hoping for better results and then to the next one YouTube feed shows to me. And in a week I stop watching all of them.

Along with that book I am reading The Skinny Rules by Bob Harper. I want to figure out how to eat healthier.

The first rule is drink a big glass of water before each meal.

I have known that rule for years! When was the last time I did it? More than a couple of years ago!

So I mentioned to my husband that I should drink water before the meal. But I kept forgetting. He recommended making a sign and putting it on a table that I can see.

Well, I made a sign, put it on a table and at dinner time I… forgot to drink my water.

Luckily, the knowledge from both books is compatible and goes well together. I actually started drinking more water.

The secret is in the 3d chapter, “make it obvious”. I put a bottle of water on the table!

Well, this is just the beginning. Let see what happens next.

* Local college

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