Build New Habits

As the year comes to a close, allow yourself some time to reflect on the people, places, and things that were instrumental in creating your most productive moments. This can be challenging. After all, no one will ever be perfect. Fight the urge to negatively critique yourself though your previous flaws. Build new habits. Teach yourself to celebrate your wins; this includes improving your strategy by excepting the mistakes that lead to your greatest lessons over the past 12 months. Admit that you don’t have it all figured out. Once you identify the gaps in your thinking, perhaps your curiosity may lead you toward a new path of enlightenment and information.

Calendar Planning 101

If you’re a busy person at some point you’ve probably felt the need to negotiate your own schedule. Making yourself a top priority isn’t as narcissistic as it seems. Yet, so many people are still struggling to maintain balanced schedules. There are going to be some disappointments along the way. But the truth is, getting comfortable with telling people “NO” will create more openings for you to discover the potential power of commanding your routine.

Set concrete boundaries. This may come off arrogant, rude or dismissive to those in need of your undivided attention. However, don’t back down. After all, the key is to become more productive. When you’re able to organize your key priorities your days, weeks, and months will become more enjoyable. In the meantime, focus on making the people around you feel seen, heard, and valued. Stay connected to the crew that fuels you. Just be sure you check your calendar before committing to any extra unplanned activities.

Thanksgiving Gratitude

When you feel like everything around you is uncomfortably closing in on your ability to stretch beyond the limits of your creativity, smile and breathe deeply. Do all things well and without regret. This holiday season is a great opportunity to let go of what didn’t happen. Give yourself the gift of forgiveness and offer it with love to anyone who has brought you frustration. The biggest moments are the ones we think about the most. So, remind yourself lovingly to let things go.

Keep a list of things you’ve survived that make you worthy of every win you’ve ever achieved. Keep a statement of hope on your lips and in your mind reminding you that greatness is in everything and not just everyone. There are so many things to be grateful for that stretch beyond surviving the uncertainty of the economy, starting a new career, moving to a new town, or hosting your first family holiday gala. Believe with purpose that your days will be fruitful and strong. Speak as many kind words as you can to everyone you meet. Share a smile. All the disappointments you encountered through out the year is helping you bring your life into perspective. Invite laughter in your life and choose joy. Develop your own recipe for gratitude.

Self Care

One could arguably suggest that self-care is a form of health care for anyone between the ages of 16 - 40 years of age. So many people are feeling the emotional wear and tear of living post pandemic that it has become extremely taxing for people to regain social confidence. Creating a new normal can be a struggle. Breaking old habits can be difficult.

It’s important to take time and enjoy your life. Identify what makes you happy, relaxed, and helps you stay mentally organized. Selfcare has become a major buzz word. But, some people play down the importance of what it can provide. Essential balance is necessary for human beings to remain sustainable. In other words, in order to get the most out of your life, figure out a way to optimize your ability to function 365 days a year with the least amount of stress and physical wear and tear as possible.

Build a new routine and reinvent yourself. Participate in doing things that make you happy. Discover something outside your comfort zone. Read something new once a day. Stay positive by focusing on short term and long term solutions to issues that arise (because they will). Don’t avoid clarity, if you need answers.

The real challenge with obtaining selfcare is ignoring that it’s needed in order for you to survive. Seek a professional, ask questions. There may be forms of selfcare that don’t involve a latte, fresh manicure, or a gym membership to keep you in balance with your best self. Learn to love yourself and never overlook you’re resources.

How to Thrive in Any Environment

Movement is key and your ability to work well with others builds your character so that no matter what happens you’re mentally prepared to match the energy that greets you. People have a right to their own opinions. Although their individual viewpoints my differ from your own, find the value. A narrow mind can waste a lot of time. Your goals and your focus should always come from an informed perspective. Research what you don’t know, read beyond your comfort zone, and write things down until the ideas are clear enough for you to explain them to someone else.

Life is a cycle of exciting moments and unpredictable events. Sometimes experiencing too much change (good or bad) can feel overwhelming. The key to doing well is knowing when to go and how to grow. Managing expectations can assist with stable progression when collaborating with others or monitoring your own planned activities. The top 2 universal rules to thrive in any environment are accountability and communication. Hold yourself and your team accountable based on the goal(s). Be clear on how you can improve and strengthen your approach when working independently and with others to create a more productive team. Your ability to self-evaluate your own actions will eventually lead to clearer expectations with more measurable results.