Let's Not Do Resolutions In 2024

As we step into 2024, the tradition of setting New Year's resolutions is in full swing. However, this year, I've chosen a different path. Instead of resolutions, I am focusing on implementing systems – a strategy I believe holds the key to sustainable, replicable success.

Why Systems, Not Goals? Resolutions often set us on a path of rigid goals, which, when unmet, lead to disappointment. In contrast, systems are about creating consistent processes that lead to success. It’s not just about achieving a goal but establishing a method that can be replicated across different facets of our lives, our schools, companies, and non-profits.

Systems for Holistic Success For 2024, my approach is to establish systems based on the impact I wish to feel rather than just results to tick off a checklist. Here’s a glimpse into this new framework: A Healthier Lifestyle, Not Just Weight Loss: Instead of fixating on numbers on a scale, I am creating a system centered around overall health and well-being. This includes regular exercise, mindful eating, and mental health care, forming a holistic approach to health. Operating as a Complete Individual: This system focuses on personal development and inner peace. It means setting boundaries and, if necessary, distancing myself from relationships that don't serve my wellbeing. It's about nurturing the Love Within and prioritizing self-care and mental health.

Creating Inclusive Spaces for Young People: This year at Inclusive Spaces, I am taking an intentional approach to exemplify and model the essence of being a Spacemaker, with a special focus on our young people. It’s about going beyond setting goals for inclusivity; it's about living them. My commitment is to actively demonstrate through our actions and interactions what it means to create spaces where young people feel valued, heard, and empowered. This involves embedding inclusivity into our everyday practices, from the way we conduct workshops to the manner in which we engage in community dialogues. As a Spacemaker, my role is to ensure that every young individual we encounter has the opportunity to thrive in an environment that not only recognizes but celebrates their unique contributions and potential. It's about creating a world where they don't just fit in, but genuinely belong.

Invitation to Join the Journey I invite you to reflect on how systems can replace resolutions in your life. Think about the changes you want to make and how you can turn them into regular practices. Remember, it’s not about the one-time achievement of a goal but the continuous journey of improvement.

Let's make 2024 a year of sustainable change, meaningful growth, and systems that lead us to success again and again.

Wishing you a year of systemic success and profound impact,

Jody McPhearson