🛠️ What Am I Doing?

And just like that, it is nearly the end of the year! I set up a widget in my note-taking tool (inspired by the fabulous Ev Chapman) that reminds me how many days are left in the year, and as I write this update, there are 31 days left; we are 91% through the year.

November has (mostly) been a good month.

In my last update, I mentioned some personal, local news (that I was standing for election to the public office of Douzenier). I am pleased to report that I was elected for a four-year term. I am grateful to those who voted and supported me. In case you were wondering, this is not a new “job” as such. While there is a monthly time commitment, it is business as usual for me. I am curious to learn what it takes to manage my home parish, and how that relates to the running of the island. But it is just an interest at this stage and a way to give back to my island, rather than a career move. I like to use my Now page to share a blend of personal and professional news, so that’s why I have included it here.

Business-wise, it has been good to get my online shop up and running again, and to see some sales coming through. I am launching a new product soon called the Personal Systems Pack, so watch this space. I had hoped to launch this month, but interestingly, it is taking longer than expected. Documenting my personal systems has forced me to see and smooth out a few procedural kinks (this is so often the case when you explain what you do to others).

I’ve also been coaching and training in November. Typically, training slows down a little in December, but I have several bookings in the calendar, which is excellent news.

I said that November has been a (mostly) good month. The “mostly” refers to a quad/hamstring issue I am currently managing through stretching, sports massage, gentle strength work, and laying off the running and heavy lifting. It’s not a serious issue, but it has reminded me of the importance of rest and why I need a variety of tools to support good mental health.

I have some leave planned for December, so I am just thinking about what to do around content (doodles, articles, and newsletters); I might take a little time off, but I have not decided yet. I will communicate my plans to my email newsletter subscribers (so if you are not on my list, now would be a good time to sign up). December is a great time to start thinking about the coming year and take full advantage of the Fresh Start Effect. I’ll be sharing some annual review and planning content on social media and via my newsletter next month to help with this.

Have a great December.

📺 What Am I Watching?

I watched another film this month: Wicked For Good. I am a massive musical fan, so I loved it.

TV-wise, I binged and loved “The Beast in Me” and “All Her Fault”. I am also enjoying Pluribus (although it is making me think just a bit too much about the developing AI hive mind…).

🧠 What Am I Learning?

Just for fun, I am learning Pixel Art. You can listen to this voice note to hear more.

🎧 What Am I Listening to?

My most listened to shows this past month have been Women’s Running, Zoe Science and Nutrition, The Rest is Entertainment (audio available too), and The Liz Earle Wellbeing Show.

📚 What am I Reading?

Take a look at what I am reading here: Martine’s Library.