This is the time of year when I take stock of the current year, and plan ahead for the next year. I love going through this process! This self reflection brings things into clearer focus; what’s important to me and what I should let go.
Even if I haven’t accomplished everything I set out to do at the beginning of the year, there are undoubtedly areas where I’ve made great strides. If I didn’t do this yea- end review, I very well could have forgotten many of the milestones. For areas where I stalled or made the conscious decision to not focus my energy on, it’s also a good time to re-evaluate and reconsider. Everything seems to come into sharper focus by doing this self reflection exercise.
Reflecting on the past year is a great way to plan for the year ahead. Thinking about the possibilities in the year ahead always excites me and fills me with a sense of optimism. In planning ahead for the new year, I think through each of the following 4 areas:
Family/Relationship – Would you like to improve your relationships with friends and family? Maybe you’d like to do a better job of staying in touch with old friends, or find a new love interest. Are there relationships you’d like to repair?
Health/Physical – A good diet and regular exercise play huge roles in your health and well being. What can you realistically incorporate into your daily routine to improve your health? *** (see below)
Career/Financial – Thinking of a career change, a promotion, or starting a business? What about investment or savings goals would be meaningful?
Charity/Spiritual – How can you give back to your community? How can you express the gratitude you feel for the goodness and abundance in your life?
Do you set goals or make new year resolutions? What is your process? Please share and let us know.
* ** There are many people who will be kicking off the year with a group master cleanse starting January 9th, 2012. If better health in 2012 is a goal for you, please join us! Doing a master cleanse is a great way to eliminate the built-up waste and toxins from the holidays and jump start your health goals. Join us for a group cleanse starting January 9th, 2012.
Happy Holidays!
