This year has brought many surprises and many shifts in the way we do things. Different problems, along with some new opportunities. We had to find ways to navigate this new normal.
Another year is in the book, one that has been interesting for us all to learn from. So, as the year speeds to its end, it is a good time to begin mentally prepare for next year, with a whole new perspective. (that’s what we do all the time at shaping perspectives!)
You may have done this last year, and realized things didn’t quite go as planned. Yet, with the circumstances, why not take a few moments to look back on what your year looked like…
2022’s top 10 year end questions!
- What have I accomplished this year? Be specific. Write it all down. Then, schedule some time to celebrate this!
- What have I learned this year? What skills did you pick up? What did you learn about yourself? What emotional lessons may you have moved through?
- What got in my way? Think about both external things (like environment, new regulation, ect) and also internal things (maybe procrastination, perfectionism, or self sabotage) This what you get to work on next year if you choose. Be honest and specific if it was your own self that got in the way.
- Who contributed to my successes? Who helped support you when you lost your job, got ill, or you’re your child moved back in with you? What can you do to recognize, celebrate and appreciate these members of your personal or professional team?
- What mistakes did I make, and what did I learn from them? I do this every year. I used to beat myself up around them, now, I celebrate them. Making mistakes always teaches me something and helps me grow. Writing these down helps strengthen the lesson learned.
- Were my actions and my work consistent with my values? Do you even know what your values are? Did they change this year? This might be a great time to re-evaluate what your values are. (Get the Body Joyful-it’s a great place to start!) How will you make sure to work and live within your values this coming year?
- Where did I not take responsibility? Taking a look back on your year allows you to see what you might have done differently. It allows us perspective. It is easier to see our mistakes with a little distance from the actual events. By taking responsibility for our own actions, we can then forgive ourselves (or others), and move on.
- How did my performance rate? At home? At work? With my self-care? Give yourself a letter grade or a 1-10 score. What would you like to change for next year?
- What do I need to let go of? Forgive yourself, forgive others, and release the things you have no control over. Unloading this helps you walk into this new year lighter, and with a different perspective.
- Was anything missing for me this year? What would you like to make sure you do, feel, have, or experience next year? How might you make sure to incorporate them into next year?
Supporting your 2023
Stay tuned to our next couple blogs that will support you to make next year one to look forward too.
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