As a whole, I felt successful in this challenge. Sure, I sometimes forgot to write in my journal. Yes, it did slip my mind to use my left hand to brush my teeth......on more than a few occasions. There were several days when I forgot entirely to use both hands (particularly in the first month). Despite all of this, I learned a ton; learning is the epitome of what my challenges are about.
While learning to become ambidextrous, I was reminded that new habits require time to start. Habits then take even more time to follow through with. It took me almost a full month to remember to use my left hand, then it took another full month of patience to feel comfortable. Once I was completely immersed in the challenge, I again began to forget all about it (especially in the last week and a half). It was all very up and down, but I liked it.
I enjoyed this challenge a lot! I actually noticed a slight feeling of panic, two weeks into my second month (extended challenge). I could see an end in sight, and I feared the end. I love to experience new learning curves and see my progression. My panic was because I did not want the exciting feelings to end. Relief was felt when I thought of the other challenges that I would like to experience. I also decided that: if during any challenge I would like my progress to extend, I have permission to make this happen. Allowance for extensions makes allowance for growth.
In the last month I noticed a habit that really surprised me. I naturally use my left hand to gesture when I speak. When I say this, I mean that I use it astronomically more so than my right hand. This was a habit I would never have noticed otherwise. Since this challenge required me to be much more aware of my hand use, I was able to see this clearly. I have no idea why I do this. When I Googled the subject, I could not find a clear answer. The right side of the brain controls creativity (and the left side of the body), so possibly this may play a part? If anyone has any idea why I gesture more with my left hand, I would love to hear from you.
"I Am Blessed With Two Hands" is now finished. I feel satisfied with this experience and the many small lessons I have learned. The progression I saw during the past two months has renewed my enthusiasm completely in this journey to consciously evolve. Much philosophical pondering has come from my challenges thus far.
Soon I will be choosing a new challenge. I have many ideas but nothing has jumped out at me yet. One thing I know for sure: my next challenge will be inspired by someone I love. My friends and family are full of admirable characteristics and interesting knowledge. I am so lucky :) All of my recent challenge ideas have been in response to what I love in the people I care about. I would like to honor someone with my next challenge.
People inspire people.
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| Day 1: Writing with my left hand |
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| Last week: Writing with my left hand |
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