✨ my summer goals [2021]

Summary

In this video, the speaker shares their fun and flexible summer goals, focusing on self-improvement without strict expectations. They aim to learn Italian by mastering 2,000 words and finishing Duolingo’s Italian tree, explore London, read more books, and engage in various physical activities like gymnastics, running, and dancing. They also plan to fix their Spotify playlists, meditate daily, and practice drawing. Additionally, they challenge themselves to read Spanish books and learn new vocabulary. The speaker encourages viewers to set fun goals and be kind to themselves, reflecting on the importance of enjoying the summer while working towards personal growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 Setting summer goals should be focused on fun and personal growth, rather than strict expectations or pressure.
• 😀 Summer goals are flexible and can be adjusted if interests change throughout the season.
• 😀 Learning Italian is a major summer goal, including learning 2,000 words and completing language courses on Duolingo and Memrise.
• 😀 Exploring London more is a goal, with the aim of discovering local cafes, restaurants, and businesses beyond popular chains.
• 😀 Reading books is a goal, with the aim to read 14 books during the summer, though the speaker acknowledges slow reading speed.
• 😀 Fitness goals include attending weekly gymnastics classes, progressing to level two, and working on tumbling skills.
• 😀 Running three times a week with the goal of running for 30 minutes straight and completing a 5-kilometer run is a fitness goal.
• 😀 Meditation is a key goal for daily practice, with an emphasis on consistency and mindfulness.
• 😀 Learning dances through Steezy and attending in-person dance classes are part of the summer goal to improve dance skills.
• 😀 Drawing is a goal, particularly focusing on anatomy and portrait sketches to improve artistic abilities.
• 😀 Watching documentaries is a goal to replace some of the time spent on Netflix shows with more educational content.

Q & A

What is the speaker’s approach to setting summer goals?

The speaker emphasizes that summer goals should be fun and flexible. They suggest making goals that are enjoyable and not too strict, allowing room for change if needed.

What is the speaker’s main goal for learning Italian?

The speaker's primary goal is to learn 2,000 Italian words, which is believed to cover 96% of common conversation. Additionally, they aim to finish the Duolingo tree and the Italian course on Memrise.

Why does the speaker want to learn Italian?

The speaker is motivated to learn Italian because of their love for Italian music, particularly the band Måneskin, and upcoming trips to Italy, including attending concerts and staying in the country for an extended period.

How does the speaker plan to explore London this summer?

The speaker wants to explore London more deeply, including visiting local businesses, cafes, and restaurants, rather than relying on chain options. They aim to become more familiar with the city's layout and spots beyond central areas.

What is the speaker’s goal regarding reading this summer?

The speaker wants to read 14 books over the summer, averaging one book per week. However, they express doubts about their reading speed, as they tend to read slowly.

What is the purpose of the speaker organizing their Spotify playlists?

The speaker wants to organize their Spotify playlists to match different moods, creating specific playlists like a 'hype' playlist and a 'chill' playlist, instead of shuffling through a large, random collection of songs.

What are the speaker’s fitness-related goals?

The speaker has two main fitness goals: attending 14 gymnastics classes to advance to level two, and running three times a week to be able to run for 30 minutes straight and eventually complete a 5-kilometer run.

What does the speaker want to accomplish with documentaries?

The speaker aims to watch more documentaries this summer, replacing some of their Netflix show consumption with educational content. They also mention enjoying rewatching 'Friends' but want to balance it with more insightful viewing.

How does the speaker plan to approach meditation?

The speaker intends to meditate daily, emphasizing that even short sessions, like 3-minute meditations before bed, can be effective. They acknowledge they have the time, especially given their screen time on social media.

What is the speaker’s goal for dance and drawing?

The speaker has two creative goals: attending 14 dance classes and learning 14 dances on Steezy, and improving their drawing skills, particularly in anatomy and portraiture, through online classes or self-study.

How does the speaker plan to approach reading Spanish books?

The speaker wants to read three Spanish books over the summer, but they are unsure whether to focus on learning every unfamiliar word or just look up meanings as they read. They seek advice from others who are learning languages through reading.

Why is the speaker not too strict about their summer goals?

The speaker emphasizes that summer goals are meant to be enjoyable and flexible. They encourage a relaxed approach to personal growth, allowing for changes and adjustments without pressure.