Last week we discussed why choosing a theme for our personal & business life for the year instead of resolutions was so much better. This week we will get into how to choose the best place to start. Let’s go into this new year knowing what you want this year.
When it comes to choosing a theme for the upcoming year, you can start by thinking about what you want more of. If you’re not sure, consider these questions about the different areas of your life.
Let’s Start by Knowing What You Want This Year
But how do we figure out what we really want?
Well, instead of guessing and stacking up random resolutions, let’s take the time to dig deep into every area of our life and see what we find.
To really dig deep, rate yourself in each and decide where you’d like to see growth. Then ask yourself, “What do I want to create in these areas of my life? What do I want to see more of? What do I want to see less of?”
Family and Friends
Are you happy in your relationships? Are you spending enough time with the people you love? Do you regularly speak the love languages of those you care about? How would you rate your relationships overall?
Your Career
Are you on the path toward where you want to be? Does your childcare career align with your values? For example, if you value mentoring childcare professionals then a career on the fast-track to only being home and caring for little ones isn’t going to be the best alignment. How would you rate your career overall?
Health
Do you wake up each morning energized and ready to go or do you feel sluggish, tired, and unmotivated? Are you making time to move your body each day and prepare nourishing meals? Have you sought out experts like a doctor or chiropractor for any health issues that you’re experiencing? How would you rate your health overall?
Spirituality and Faith
What kind of energy are you creating in your life and in your relationships? Do you feel at peace with the universe? Do you anticipate good things happening to you and for you? How are you living out the values of your spirituality in your day-to-day life? How would you rate your spirituality or faith overall?
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Wealth
Are you financially stable or are you living paycheck to paycheck? Do you have a monthly budget that makes you feel confident about where your money is going? Do you have a savings plan in place for things like retirement and emergencies? How would you rate your wealth overall?
Achievement
What do you want to achieve? Are there goals on your achievement list that you’ve realized aren’t important or don’t belong there? What are some new achievements you’d like to add to the list? How would you rate your current level of achievements overall?
Fun
What activities do you consider fun? Are you prioritizing them? Are you regularly taking time away for fulfilling activities that energize you? How would you rank your fun experiences overall?
How Do You Rate?
Ideally, you want to rank your satisfaction with these areas of your life on a scale of 1-10. There’s no right or wrong answer—if it feels like a 5 to you, then it is. If an area scores low, ask yourself why and consider what you need to change in your life.
Knowing What You Want This Year
Now you are on the path to knowing what you want this year. Next week we will learn how and why you might want to choose a “word” or phrase for the year.
