Well, here we are in 2017. Last year was filled with many ups and downs for me, as well as Jesse, and although we have so much to be grateful for, I always look forward to the fresh start that a new year brings.
Every year I like to set some goals or resolutions or intentions. The format I use is one that I first encountered five years ago at a yoga workshop led by the lovely Katy Ramos. In this workshop, we set our intentions in several areas of our lives, and we set intentions for three time spans, as well: the present, 1 year out, and 5 years out. I found this format incredibly helpful to not only think about my immediate goals but also plan for the future I wanted to have.
This year, I set intentions in each of the six areas outlined in this workshop, but I focused only on the present and 1 year out. I feel like there is so much going on in my life right now that a 5-year plan is a bit too much for me to think about.
So, here are some of my goals. Some are vague, some are more concrete, all are worded in a proactive fashion.
Financial: I am putting $200 per month into savings. I prepare meals at home instead of eating out. 1 year - Our personal loan and Jesse's student loan is paid off.
Career: I keep my eyes open for opportunities. I am not afraid to follow my heart. 1 year - I am happy in whatever path I take.
Physical: I do yoga every day. I go to the gym three times per week. 1 year - I start running again.
Personal: I read every evening before bed. I try new recipes and crafts. 1 year - My t-shirt quilt is finished and the house is all set up.
Family: We have a baby! We take monthly dates outside of the house, just the two of us. 1 year - We have established a daily routine and lifestyle that works for us.
Social: I make a habit of reaching out to friends. We have monthly friend dinners. 1 year - Our network of friends is as strong as ever (if not stronger).
Spiritual: I take time for quiet reflection and self-care. I read books and watch videos that inspire me. 1 year - I trust my inner guide.
There you have it. As you can see, some of my goals are more specific, while others simply convey a feeling I have about how I would like my life to look. My hope is that these intentions will guide me as I navigate through 2017 and remind me what is truly important to me in life. I wrote my goals in a book I use for to-do lists and weekly journaling, so I will come across them often, and hopefully just a glance will be enough to remind me of my resolutions.
So much will change this year. Bring it on.
So much will change this year. Bring it on.
That's all for now. Until next time.
Amy
