Periodically reflect on what I am doing in all phases of my life and attempt to make adjustments. I feel this is also a good practice for our students to do as well.
From My Resolutions and Reflections page http://www.cybraryman.com/resolutions2.html
Each year I had my students write their learning goals or resolutions for the year on the first day of school. I had them review and update them periodically throughout the school year. (Thanksgiving, 100th Day, New Year’s, Valentine’s Day…) I kept their resolutions (on paper & online) and returned them at the end of the school year.
Share helpful things with my PLN. One of my followers criticized my sharing of my pages. I have asked numerous members of my PLN about this and they said continue all your sharing. I plan to keep sharing my pages. I never state “the best sites” but I try to provide many and let you choose the best ones for your use.
Continue to be a constant and connected learner. As far as technology is concerned I am mostly self taught. I taught myself how to make databases and spreadsheets ( those were the days you had to write the formulas). I also learned basic html to make my original website. I enjoy trying out new things. I sincerely appreciate my PLN (Personal Learning Network) who help me learn so many new things.
A connected educator is a constant learner not afraid to try need things and one who is able to reach out to
learn, share and collaborate with a global network consisting
of students, teachers, administrators, parents and community members interested in education.
Plan to eat better. I was not happy with the cholesterol results from a physical exam I took. I have started trying to eat either an apple or pear every day and less meat and more vegetables. I am cutting down eating junk foods and unhealthy snacks. Luckily I have excellent self control. One year I decided to give up eating chocolate which I love. of course, that was the year our family went to Hershey, Pa. Yes, I gave up the free bar of chocolate I got from the Hershey Chocolate Factory.
My Nutrition page http://www.cybraryman.com/nutrition.html
Try to get fitter. I do have lapses in this area but compared to most of my peers I am doing quite well. I work out regularly in my community gym. I have also tried to walk more. I always walk at a fast clip and plan my walks around errands. I average a 12 minute mile. It is hard to keep up this pace. I gave up running to avoid wear and tear. Years ago I did the marathon distance but preferred doing 13.1. I do wonder about the comments of many who say that it is easy for me to maintain my weight. They have no idea how hard I work at exercising and trying to eat well.
My Exercise page http://www.cybraryman.com/exercise.html
Train — like an athlete. Eat — like a
nutritionist. Sleep — like a baby. WIN —
like a champion.
Hope you have a very Happy and Healthy 2014