Some Practical End of Year Thoughts

A few ideas as we’re moving into 2023

Here we are. It’s December and another year is almost coming to an end.

I’ve never had a special association with the Holiday season. In my home we always had the Christmas tree and family dinners but that was about it.

Later, when I worked at a large corporation I was introduced to the huge Christmas parties. It wasn’t for me. I also never understood why people put extra pressure on themselves to hit their targets and have a full social calendar for the month of December.

And somehow there was always drama in December. Relationship issues. Family feuds. You name it.

But since 2015, when I started living a calmer and more mindful life, I’ve been taking a very different approach. When most people are partying and focused on closing the year, I retreat. I’m focused on planning the upcoming year.

I’m not talking about new year’s resolutions. I haven’t changed my habits in the last seven years. When I’m talking about planning the year, I’m talking about potential changes in my business, career, or personal life.

Always be present.

While I’m looking forward to a new year now, I’m also fully present and focused on enjoying life. I must…