Happy Friday, friends!
It’s the last day of October – and gosh, can you believe November is already here? This autumn is passing fast and I have mixed feelings about it. Anyway, get comfortable because it’s time for another Friday coffee with me! I’m having a warm cappuccino and, once again, I feel like oversharing online.
It’s been a hot minute since the last time we caught up over a cup of coffee, but… let’s face it; I just don’t feel like my life has been really exciting recently and there haven’t been many things to talk about.
But how was my October?
October is always a challenging month because it marks the loss of my father. It’s been 9 years since he passed away but there are still times I dread all the moments we weren’t supposed to spend together.
But, otherwise, it’s just been a busy month. The good news is that the renovations of my house are done for now and the bad news is that I still have a lot of things to tidy and declutter. Although there’s no time pressure, and that’s comforting.
What does my soul crave?
I’ve neglected myself this month, and it shows. I feel mentally drained and overwhelmed. So, I think my soul craves connection -especially self-connection-, a solo trip (so bad!), and meaningful conversations.
I’m bored of just going through the motions. I want something to change and things to become more interesting. I know it’s up to me – but on the other hand, it’s not only up to me. Others have to put in the effort too.
Highlights from this week:
- I started caring more for myself again. I got back into working out, and I’m working on improving my self-talk. I also feel like I’m making progress when it comes to setting boundaries and standing up for myself. That was something I had issues with in the past.
- I’ve made small progress with tidying and decluttering the office. I mean, that’s big because it’s the room I dread the most and I’ve been avoiding like the plague for years. It’s full of my dad’s stuff and books, and it’s not always easy to make the decision what I want to let go of and what I want to keep. Things are going well now, though.
- I wrote as much as I’d planned despite the lack of time and motivation.
My goals for November
So, I haven’t really planned the new month yet, and my plan about it is still pretty vague. I certainly want to write at least 10k words and keep up with my wellness habits. I also hope I’ll be able to take a solo trip.
Moreover, I plan to start prepping for the new year. By that, I mean I’d like to start a 2025 reflection and think about the theme and the goals of 2026. It might be a little early for some people, but it does feel like it’s the right time for me.
What I’m reading
Currently, I’m reading The Cinnamon Bun Book Store by Laurie Gilmore. It’s the third book I’m reading from the Dream Harbor series (along with The Pumpkin Spice Café and the Strawberry Patch Pancake House) and the one I’m liking the most so far.
It’s cozy, romantic, kinda relatable, and very easy to read. So, it feels like the perfect choice at the moment.
What about you?
So, how was your October? Are you celebrating Halloween? What are your plans, goals, and hopes for November?
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