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With the new year, comes new goals. At least that’s usually how most people do it. This year, however, I wanted to do things a little differently for myself.
You see, setting new goals is awesome, and that is typically what I do. But I also know that looking back through the years, more times than not, I did not complete or fulfill those goals that I originally set for myself. I started the year out strong and determined, but as the year grew closer to an end, so did the space between me and the goal I initially set.
So, instead, I decided to choose a word for myself: R E S T O R E
This word will pave the way for the year and allow myself to change and adjust certain aspects of my life, as needed. My intention through the year 2020 is to restore a few things that are already around and within myself: peace, growth, mind+body, happiness, health and relationships.
These are things that I know I can work on. And being a health and wellness enthusiast, I figured this was a good place for me to better myself and some of the things that are already a part of me. Essentially, I want to strengthen and restore important parts of me.
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Looking at all of the things I would like to work on and restore, I realize that they in fact all go together. But I wanted to brainstorm each one individually first, and explain what each one means to me.
PEACE –
This is about finding peace within me. Digging deep into the past regarding certain situations that once angered, hurt or saddened me, and letting them go. I want to instead forgive and move on which will allow me to find and encompass more peace within myself.
GROWTH –
I know that I have grown throughout the years, but I also know that there are periods of time, especially lately, when I have become stagnant. I have gotten comfortable with where I’m at and have settled into a place that is good for me, but not great. I want to restore some of that growth by getting out of my comfort zone, trying things that I may normally not do, and pushing myself to really keep growing into the woman I know and want to be.
MIND + BODY –
When I think about this, I think of self care, and really doing things to honor my mind and body. Meditation, yoga, exercise. Putting myself first and filling my cup first when needed. Nurturing my body with the right foods. Surrounding myself with those that love and care for me. Saying ‘no’ more. Embracing change. The list goes on and on, but I find this one very important. A strong mind and body is the key to achieving everything else around and within me.
HAPPINESS –
Now, this is not to say that I am not happy, because I truly am. I love my life and I am probably the happiest I’ve ever been. However, I know that there are certain things in my life that sometimes take away or hinder me from being the happiest that I can be. This goes back to mind+body and also dips into relationships. I need to start saying no more as this often takes away from my happiness. I need to let go of certain people and relationships that no longer serve me. I need to appreciate and relish the little things more as they often bring the most happiness.
HEALTH –
To me, this basically ties everything together. But there is physical health and mental health. Physically, I want to restore my gut health and my hormones. My gut goes through phases, but especially after having Bodhi, I can tell that it needs some help. This is also the case with my hormones, especially after being pregnant. Mentally, I want to strengthen my mental health, and I believe I can do that by strengthening the other aspects of my life that I am working to restore.
RELATIONSHIPS –
Writing all of this down makes everything feel more real to me. It allows me to see it on paper and return to it whenever I need the reminder. I can look back on this days, weeks and months from now, and especially next year to see what exactly I have worked so hard to restore.
What are your new years goals/intentions/mantras??
Happy New Year!! 2020 is going to be an amazing year.
Xo, Alyssa
