I love the new energy that comes with a new month or a new year, but one important task that many people overlook before they enter into goal setting is reflection & evaluation. I know it may sound tedious, but looking back and evaluating what worked, what didn’t, and what I can do differently next time can be instrumental in meeting your 2024 goals. 

Much like any science experiment, if we don’t go back and look at what didn’t work and attempt to change one small variable and try again, then we subject ourselves to repeating the same mistakes. It's the old, throwing spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks. Instead, I invite you to sit down with your Google or paper calendar and phone and slowly go through each month, reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to do differently in 2024. 

I like to make the process fun and sacred. I will light a candle, grab a cup of my favorite tea, and really spend time reflecting. This might feel challenging for many high-performing clients who love to take action and move right to the next thing, but I promise it is so worth it.  

If you have been following me for a while, I always encourage you to do this reflection with compassion, curiosity, and self-love. This is not the time to beat yourself up if you did not reach one of your goals. Maybe it is just an opportunity to plan better for the obstacles you face with this goal or to let go of that goal altogether.  

This reflection time is also a great time to be grateful. I like to pull up my camera roll during this evaluation and see all the fantastic memories I have created with friends, family, and myself. From here, I pick a word of the year to anchor in my intentions for 2024, then later ride the wave of new year energy.  

If you would like to work together on this reflection and vision setting, I would love to have a visioning session with you. Spaces are limited, so reach out to claim your sacred hour.

Melanie