While I intended to take the next few weeks off of trying out new habits, little did I realize it’s near impossible. Over the past weekend, I started laying the path for two new “unofficial trials.”
My intention of taking a break from trials was to take some time and consolidate habits that have been slipping or falling off. Taking time to reset or reorganize can help to build the foundation needed for progress to emerge.
Stream Team
I’ve been trying to stream on Twitch for fun throughout this month. At the beginning of the month, I participated in a game making event over the course of a weekend. Throughout the event I streamed my progress. I really enjoyed the feel, so I kept going.
I had a lot of fun a few streams ago talking with a total stranger for a portion of the stream. The really interesting part, to me, was that he was from Germany. I never thought I would have the opportunity, and Twitch gave me the platform to do so. Over the weekend, I gave a stream ago, but really wasn’t feeling it. I took a step back and laid out a plan that I think I will enjoy. I’m gonna give it a try for a while and see if I continue to enjoy it.
Lady Killers
This past weekend, at a friend’s wedding, I had a long chat with another friend. We were talking about our failures in the realm of relationships. The root cause of the failures really lies in not doing anything. We know that we need to do something, but make excuses for not putting ourselves out there. We decided to hold each other accountable.
With success I’ve seen with accountability groups in the past, I thought this would be a good way to not only benefit myself, but my friends too.
I’m not sure if I’ll do any further write ups on these two, but with no trial planned in particular, these came at the right time.
Trying Out Before Buying In 