september goals

Another month, another goals post. Let’s start by recapping my August goals:

Read 5 novels. XX I read 4 books, but I liked them all so I count this as a win.
Read 2 Book of the Month books. XX I think I’m actually kind of falling out of love with BOTM. I’ve only read a couple of the books I’ve bought from it, and am in the middle of 3 others I’m debating DNFing because they’re just not for me.
Participate in ARC August. X! I read ARCs, but completely forgot about participating in ARC August.
Don’t spend money on anything non-essential. X! This was another month where I overspent but can’t remember what I spent money on so did not do.
Eat out less. XX lolololol let’s not even talk about this
Drink more water. XX ….or this…
Stay up past 10 at least one night. !!!! YAY! This one I did do, and honestly, it really improved my overall mood and schedule. Will definitely do again.

Read 4-5 September releases. Looking at my Goodreads TBR list was a BAD idea because I am so behind on eARCs, as per usual, but this year seems extra bad. I haven’t been reading as much because of pandemic feelings, but I am v ashamed of myself. However, I hope to get back on track by making a TBR, putting it in my planner, and sticking with it.
Drink less Diet Coke. I have made this goal so many times and not succeeded, so we will see how this goes.
Try to reconnect with witchcraft. I have felt very disconnected from witchcraft since the pandemic started and haven’t really been practicing or researching at all.
Celebrate Mabon. Mabon is an autumnal celebration in mid-September for witches and pagans, and since I actually have it off, I want to use the day to work on my grimoire for once, watch witchy shows and movies, and generally reconnect with my practice.