Whether we want them or not, the New Year will bring new challenges; whether we seize them or not, the New Year will bring new opportunities."
(Michael Josephson)
Hello, my lovely friends!
Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, let us embrace the spirit of renewal. Let us shed the weight of yesterday's worries and step boldly into the unknown, ready to learn, grow, and evolve. What personal milestones are you eager to achieve? What new skills will you cultivate? What adventures await you on this exciting journey.
As the clock chimes midnight on December 31st, our minds inevitably gravitate towards the same familiar refrain: New Year's resolutions. Lose weight, conquer the gym, embrace a virtuous diet – the annual mantra echoes through our thoughts. While these aspirations hold undeniable merit, I yearn for a path to success that resonates deeply with me. This weekend, I'll carve out some quiet time to meticulously craft my 2025 goals. I'll weave a roadmap to achievement, a plan that's not just attainable, but truly mine.
As the eerie melodies of The Twilight Zone soundtrack weave their magic, I'll embark on a journey of introspection. This marathon will serve as the backdrop for a profound exploration of my aspirations. To guide this quest, I'll ponder these crucial questions..
- What do you want to change?
- Why do you want to change it?
- How will you change it?
- Give yourself a time line for each goal
- Make small monthly goals to achieve your big goal
- Write it down somewhere you can see it daily
A yearly ritual of mine involves dusting off a collection of books – not for mere decoration, but for the profound journey of self-discovery they offer. These aren't dusty tomes gathering cobwebs on a shelf, but rather companions on a lifelong quest for emotional depth and a more meaningful existence. I seek out works that inspire, that awaken the soul, and that provide practical guidance for navigating the complexities of daily life. While consistency in daily reading may sometimes elude me, I remain dedicated to revisiting these treasures at least weekly, allowing their wisdom to seep into my thoughts and actions.
- Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach
- Younger by the Day by Victoria Moran
- Find Your Happy Daily Mantras by Shannon Kaiser
- Eat Pretty Everyday by Jolene Hart
Thank you for stopping by! Wishing you a day/evening/morning filled with sunshine, laughter, and perhaps a little bit of magic. Until next time, ta-ta for now!
