2018 Intentions
Bismil laahir Rahmaanir Raheem
“…Impose not on us that which we have not the strength to bear, grant us forgiveness and have mercy on us. Help us against those who deny the truth” (Quran 2:286)
1) Learn new ideas, be in an environment that fosters learning.
— Seek out a course for a new skill
— Attend talks
2) “Shebai amader dhoinno”: my happiness/wealth is in service to my community
3) Make reading books a habit — goal: 10–15 new books
— Join a book club (in progress)
4) Write daily. Become a collector of thoughts/quotes from friends and archive them. Doesn’t matter what kind of writing, just practice the craft.
— Write daily in a journal (Google doc is my journal)
— Publish 3–5 (or more) long-form personal pieces reflective on self and community, wellness and activism
— Apply to AAWW’s (or something similar) writing fellowship to go about doing second point
5) Continue to build old and new friendships. Remember: not all friendships are movement/political organizing friendships. Remember: let go of those who don’t feed my energy. Remember: I am meant for abundance and will continue to attract deep connections.
6) Learn people better. (Woody Guthrie)
7) Be softer with both my parents (Sonia Sony Joseph); initiate ideas to spend *actual* time together (they like food; outings/views that don’t require a lot of walking)
8) It’s okay not to be productive. To not achieve my daily or monthly or even yearly goals. Keep making those lists anyway. (Sonia Sony Joseph)
9) Wake up & fight. (Woody Guthrie)
10) Perform readings; sing tunes cuz the universe has bestowed me with the gift of a sweet voice (it’s okay to sing solo, without Kumkum & Sazia)
— Would be cute to learn to play an instrument or train my vocals
11) Continue practicing wellness for my body & treat it with love everyday:
— Cook meals
— Routine massage
— Prayer
— Pictures
12) Do day-trips or getaways on a cool budget (solo is just fine)
13) Save that money, track finances
14) Continue artistic endeavors (#TheSickWait), obtain opportunities to speak at public events about disability justice
(brilliant words shared by Si Wang)
- I am supported by the universe.
- I am surrounded by love and understanding.
- I am improving my relationship with my family.
- I achieve amazing results with work and study.
- I let go and focus positively.
- I let my creative juices fly.
- I am at ease with my sexuality and love life.
- My understanding of myself raises to a new level.
- I attract wonderful companions into my life.
- I have no fear in the face of any challenge.
- I trust my intuition.
- I am loving to my friends, colleagues, and clients.
- I smile everyday and have fun!
- LIFE IS EASY
