What would you do if you have 36 more hours a week? It is equivalent to 6 days extra a month, or 72 more days (approximately 2.5 more months) in a year! I got this idea from one of my favorite bloggers Gleb Reys, which he got from Ed Mills, inspired by the book “The 4-Hour Work Week
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I should say, Gleb’s list fired me up! Probably because upon reading his list, I realized we have something in common. Here is my own version of list, which is in no particular order. If you know me personally, notice that I kept everything realistic and achievable:
Professional Growth
As a teacher (Computers and Math), I want to learn how to effectively teach and convey my message to my students. Improving classroom management is also one of the important things I need to pay close attention to. On the other hand, as a tech guy, I want to be updated on the latest technology. Getting outdated is one of the fears of a tech person. Also, it is my long-time goal to obtain technical certification, so it needs action now.
Read books
I have this bad habit of opening a book and not finishing it. If I have more time, I will allot more of it for reading. I’ll start with 1 book and finish it in two weeks (one week if the book is light and short.) 
Workout
I consider myself skinny. But as I age, many people notice me getting bigger. To burn some fats, I should run, or play basketball or start practicing martial arts with my friends, or anything that makes me sweat. 2-3 hours of workout a week should do it. I want to lose these love handles!
Cook
I discovered I enjoyed cooking, but the dishes I make are really simple. So, if I have more time, I’d try complicated (and healthy!) dishes like the ones we see in magazines and cookbooks. Maybe Ms. Whatsit can post some tips in her blog! 
Room Chores
Do the laundry, clean the room, etc. You know, I hate doing those. It feels like a complete waste of time and I end up procrastinating. But I ‘need’ to do it because I don’t want to sleep in my own filth. Besides, it is more enjoyable to work in a clean room. Problem is, I don’t know where to begin. Good thing I found Priscilla‘s post: Begin Where You Are.
Sleep
I lack sleep, which is the result of me wanting to do a lot of things at the same time. If I have 36 hrs more per week, I would sleep for an extra hour per night. I believe the key to have a beautiful day is to have a beautiful good night sleep.
Others:
- Learn the road by driving and travelling
- Re-discover my passion for guitar
- Dance lessons
- Finish all those pending jobs! (broken computers, unchecked papers, etc.)
- Watch movies (I honestly can’t remember the last time I watched at the cinema)
- Meet up with old friends
36 more hours is a lot, that’s why I wanted to write more goals. But I have to cut it short, and prioritize. I also wanted a more balanced approach by combining work, personal growth and rest. While writing this post, I realized that 36 hours free is not given, it is made.
If you wish to make your own list, post them in the comment box or make a post in your blog and link back to this post. I’d love to hear your own list. Make sure to include Gleb‘s and Ed’s. I believe Ed Mills is compiling lists, which I think is a very good idea. If you want to be included, then mention it in Ed’s post.
Enjoy!
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