As we end the year, I think it’s as perfect time as any to reflect.
Am I a big believer in New Year’s resolution? Not really. I believe to make lasting change one has to build it around discipline, habit and strong mindset. I do however think that having a resolution could be the catalyst towards a better version of yourself. Tangent aside here are the Top 3 Takeaways I’ve had this odd and interesting year.
#1: Power of Realignment
I think many people have felt lost during this year. It’s almost as if all the plans we’ve made were in vain. I used to be more regimented in the way I reflect (ie once a month type of deal), but I realized that giving yourself time to realign as many times as you need to is okay.
I know I’ve personally been grinding a way working extremely hard to put things into place for a successful 2021, but difficult situations always cause one to feel lost. This year has been difficult for many and we may compare our situations to others, but know that your fears, anxieties and worries are all valid. We are living our own specific lives so don’t feel like you need to downplay your stresses because for you it really is tough.
When you feel lost, give yourself time to get back to center. Although it might not be instantaneous, it doesn’t need to be. It’s a process, but as long as you are intentional about taking action and making progress that a win.
#2: Appreciate all blessings
Blessings here manifest very differently. I know this year has been full of death, negative news, tough personal and world circumstances, but at the same time for those who are alive in the crazy time we are in, I think it’s enough to call that a blessing.
Changing the rhetoric for what blessings are can be powerful. We usually associate blessings with something huge or big, but I think I’ve learned to redefine blessings – simply living is a blessing. Gratitude is a skill; you don’t automatically wake up and feel grateful. We need to practice that every day we are alive.
#3: Don’t be afraid to show love
This year more than ever I think we should speak and express how much people mean to us. This is one of the things I learned this year that I felt viscerally to the core of my existence. Often times we think that we do not need to say it because actions also express love, but I would really like to challenge everyone to really just express how much they love their friends and family.
To accept, to love, to truly care for someone is one of the best things to give and receive. It’s not too late in the year to express that. I want to say thank you to two friends who have really pushed me over the last few years to think about my actions with more criticality, intentionality and love. You know who you are.
That does it for my list. If you haven’t thought about what this year has taught you take a few minutes to just think and reflect. It’ll do you good, trust me!
C
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