Me, Myself
The launch of the adidas Me, Myself campaign couldn’t have come at a better time.
I’m at the stage of my life where a change is at hand. Life really threw a curveball at me recently, and I believe it’s just a sign that its time to move on.
Me time is not just about doing things alone, it’s about dedicating that small bracket of time in the day doing something which will enrich your life. It could be taking a 30min jog around the neighbourhood, a long hot bath, or even a movie with friends.
Lately, I’ve learnt to enjoy the solitude and margins of my emotions, and it’s amazing how much you learn about yourself when you have no one to depend or rely on. You start to think about how you are becoming the person you want to be, and the necessary adjustments you have to make for that to happen.
I read somewhere that “solitude today is less available and yet more necessary than ever†and I couldn’t agree with it more.
Me time has brought some much needed balance in my life, and has helped me to be more honest with myself. Somehow the world and everything around me seems less urgent, and more manageable.
With the launch of the adidas Me, Myself campaign, I decided to make an effort to dedicate some “Me Time†during the week. You can check out the facebook group to read what other women are writing about “Me Time”. If you’re my friend on facebook, you can check out my Me Time calendar.
There’s even an option to embed the widget on to your own blog. Saves me from doing all the coding work. So if you want to take a look, it’s on the right hand column.
The cool thing about the application is the randomized activities the application can suggest if you feel like trying something new. Would be cool to know what you constitute as “Me Time”? And do share with me some ideas on some “Me Time” activities!
Now there’s a brand who understands its advocates.
I’m glad you’re on the mend, it was sad to see you so thrown by things back then.
I’m desperate for some Me Time this weekend. So I’m doing a trackday in the boss’ Ariel Atom
Hey, started following your site a while back. Highly entertaining and all that.Missed the updates when you were offline for a bit and sorry to see you are somewhat more subdued now with whatever it is that has affected you so greatly but I believe things always have a strange way of working themselves out for the better even if not necc the way you planned.
I have been doing just that for the past one year. I stopped dating altogether so I can find out more about myself. I create activities I do alone such as cooking, grocery shopping, checking out a new cafe on my own and read. I have also put in a lot of work to strengthen all my human relationships using what I like to call a one-to-one date, so I can understand each and every friend better, and have a tighter and closer relationships with my family members too. I’m loving being so single and guess what, I’m going back to school babe! Gonna do a specialist diploma in Building cost management so I can help my dad. It’s funny how when I was seeing someone, I forgot a part of myself and stopped doing things I want when I was single … Now, I just know this part of me should always remain because there is so much more to everyone of us that we need to discover for ourselves.
You will be great babe! You have so many great friends and me to cheer you on!! You go girl! =)
Your blogs are inspiring. (: Though this might be an advertisement for adidas. It worked for both bloggers and the brand.
Would you mind if i use that quote on your blog? (:
I can’t define “me time” any better than what you just said.
Awesome blogging, keep it up!
i’m really impressed at how u could make such a lame attempt by adidas to capture internet-savvy consumers’ attention looked so meaningful, even to the point of noble.
by lame, i mean can u imagine what healthy-young-male adults like myself would put on this widget regarding “Me,Myself” time? not like i don’t spend too much time alone by myself in my room with door closed already.
I remember seeing you around SSS from my UWA days though I was a recluse myself and didn’t socialise with many people. I stumbled across your blog looking for something else and have been reading it since. At first it was something to pass the time in between study at the computer but then I gradually became interested. I used to think that my life was so utterly predictable and boring that reading your blog would somehow inspire to get out and do things. And in some small ways I think you have inspired me to get out there and not make excuses with work and commitments. I know that your posts will be introspective while you heal and I look forward to seeing how things turn out for you. (the ambers burn for a long while but chin up babe)
hi, i don’t really know you, but why would you say that life thrown you a curveball when you were the one who made the decision to walk out of the relationship. what good does it do when you go around telling people your sob stories with not much facts to begin with?
you truly are one very damn puzzling individual.
the true test of strength comes when we find ourselves stuck in the lowest of our low. the only way back, is up. give it some time, and you’ll be at ur best once again. have faith. believe.
Would be cool to know what you constitute as “Me Time”? And do share with me some ideas on some “Me Time” activities!
Every time I get on the bike (or write).
Solo tours also constitute a huge chunk of “Me Time”; a veritable buffet, in fact
Freed from distractions (and being enabled), solitude teaches us who we are, and lets us discover what we are truly made of.
Stay busy, but take time to refect!
I agree with that…
sometimes you just need time for yourself and u just want time by yourself….
thats when i actually can think about whats going on and what to do next
Hi Angela, I totally agree with this post. I think solitude is underrated. As a natural introvert I find peace in doing things for myself
Guys,who cares if it’s an ad?! It’s great!
Hi, glad to see u bouncing back stronger than before
And like what the others mentioned above, “Me Time” is really important and I believe it’s a necessity to everyone. Reading this particular entry gave me the chance to ponder on my life and reflect on what I really want to become and my goals. Besides, through reading your blog for the past year – I do have the impression that you strike a healthy balance by working and playing hard.. it’s inspiring for me. And im sure it will all turn out fine for you eventually. 
I have no speech!
Actually, the curveball comment had nothing to do with my relationship. So my so called sob stories is really not related to that.
It’s not really sob story anyway, i’m merely documenting struggles in life, not here to gain pity. But thanks for dropping the comment anyways. You must be a friend of W’s, because only our close friends know what happened between us. But i think you have to understand what you know is probably surface, what went on between me and W is private. thanks.
@Ben
How was track day?
@ean
Hi ean! thanks for dropping by and checking on me
@michie
Michie, you totally understand what i’m getting at. That’s a great comment babe, always good to hear from you
@sherry
Hi Sherry, yeah adidas have been great support. They’ve really helped me on the sports front, and glad that i’m able to support them at the same time. I won’t endorse a brand unless i believe in their product or cause. So it’s a good fit. Sure, you can quote me on that.
@anon
i think it’s a good attempt, at least they are trying 
@Franky
wow SSS days, that’s ages ago! I miss uni life, do you? Good to know i still have loyal readers like you
Hi franky!
@sham
will remember that!
@-ben
That’s a good one. I totally digg that! when i’m on my bike, i feel that way too. One with nature.
@Regina
I seriously never treasure alone time until know. i really enjoy being with myself
@steph
I’m glad you were able to spend that time to reflect. The first alone time i had in a long while was in june last year, when i took a short trip back to perth. I had lunch alone, reach a book by the beach, coffee at my fav cafe, it was just wonderful. Alot of time for reflection.
Hey Angela,
I’m actually going thru something pretty similar…lots of life changes and also just ended a long term relationship…I’m spending a lot of time on my own, learning what i like, who i am. its so impt, to not let other ppl define you as a person and to be content with what you see. i’m a single mom with a pretty demanding job so i always feel a little guilty abt Me-time. but reading your note actually made me feel better.
So Thanks and chin up girl, this too will pass.
i feel you.
Life is short, do what ever things you think is right. Just Do It
definitely. for me the relationships were more dramatic and complicated and the lifestyle is sorely missed. i actually miss studying at the reid and bragging about missing lectures. ( I should stop typing the old lady in me is starting to come out.) btw.. have you tried pole dancing. best ‘me’ time i’ve had recently. Suprisingly fun and addictive.
Hey this post was a goodie… I realised in my short life that you will always get thrown curveballs. Its what makes life interesting and keeps us on our toes. Its how we handle those curve balls that makes us who we are… Life gives you lemons make lemonade. But what you so eloquently pointed out in regards to “me time” and how important it is to nourish our spirit in that way … gives us the strength to build up inside us to face the curveballs that are thrown our way… So whatever “curveballs” I get from day to day week to week I know no matter what they are they will never break me its from those one on one times with myself that i can depend on to help make me a better person not just for me but for the loved ones around me…
hi angela,
you do not know me however i’ve been following your blog every now and then. i felt compelled to drop a line when i read your reply to the person who doubted the honesty of your posts. in some way or another, i was “questioned” before.
i ended 2008 and started 2009 with loads of tears, frustrations and heartaches. while majority of the world was ushering in the new year with laughter, joy and whats not, i was in the worse state ever. i was mentally and emotionally drained, every ounce of energy and life left in me was zapped out. life threw me a curveball too.
i understand your need for “ME” time ’cause that was what i did to slowly nurse my emotional and mental health back. it helped me greatly in my relationships with people and even my relationship with myself.
i sincerely wish you all the best. may you find what you might be looking for (like i did) during one of these “ME” sessions.
Get on your bike or take a long walk by the beach. Time and distance will heal. btw, I like your blackie bike…. what is it and how does it ride?
hey,
btw when u ready to start dating again? can i have a go? im been yr admirer for yonks and im 949029 miles away. 
best way to forget yr sorrows is to travel, imma goin for a bike ride from pakistan tru to china. Interested? Imagine yourself on a pushbike through a valley in a middle of nowhere, just u your bike and your backpack. im sure u can find yourself more in those circumstances.
Karl please dont jump queue. Go take a number.
and I am so loving the new layout!