A year to change my life, anyone want to join me?

[OneYearLater]

I’m 3 years away from 50 and have had a mental list of things I’ve wanted to change for so long but never really got round to doing anything about them. I’ve read/watched so much self-help stuff but never seem to actually put any of it into practice. I’ve had enough of just bumbling along and doing not much so going to spend the next year putting in as much effort as I can to make things happen.
I’m posting here for accountability but also happy for anyone who wants to join me. I plan to update weekly, if anyone is interested. Below is my list of where I’d like to be in a year:

• Regular strength training, really noticed myself getting weaker as I get older
• Joining a running club and having completed a half marathon
• Fit in a pair of Levi’s that I bought over a decade ago
• Decluttering my house and making it feel more like home. It’s not in a terrible state but we’ve lived here nearly 5 years and done some work but it really needs some extra love and care.
• Start building more of a social circle. I WFH and haven’t put much effort into getting to know too many people where I live and have really felt that in the last few years.
• Find a way of making a second income
• I have 2 DDs and I’d like to find a hobby I can do with each of them
• Improve my relationship with DH, we’re still happy but life has got in the way the last few years and I miss the connection we used to have
• Stop wasting time on rubbish, mostly doom scrolling
• Get refocused at work and get better at my job
• Change my style, it would currently be described as middle aged frump!
• Deep down I’ve never really liked myself and the way I look. I want to at least not hate what I see in the mirror and accept myself for who I am

That’s the list, I’ve started by joining a gym I just need to make myself go. Not sure what’s next but will see what I can improve on each week.

@StripyRedSockswhich language are you learning? Do you already speak it?
Don't you find that goals seem to always contradict each other - especially a financial goal!

@12things I studied 2 languages many years ago, French and German, but really do not use/speak them very often, thought it would be a good entry point into studying again, but with familiarity before I branch out.

lol, yes to the Finances, although I think my spare funds might be going to the vet this afternoon!

Have you got a parkrun local to you? You will meet so many people locally, have opportunities to volunteer there, and its all good training towards your half marathon. I really recommend it.

Good for you @OneYearLater , I used to work in motivation. I have suggestions.
I would put sort marriage/relationship high on list. If he doesn't support and encourage you it will make your life harder.
You didn't list anything about your inner self or soul nor did you mention reading or poetry.
Do not get a pet, it will take over and dictate to you. Keep yourself open to enjoying spontaneous events. You will have to consider the DCs of course but keep as much free time as you can.
You are the priority.

Mine arrived last night! I didn't have much of a go on it then, but am looking forward to seeing how much I get around to using it.

Have also sought out some YT vids based on recommendations here and found a couple for weights. I only have tiny weights at home right now, but plan on getting slightly heavier ones soon 💪