letting go

Dear you,

I have spent the year starting things, collecting things, buying things, and, in the last part of the year, auditing my possessions and activities to see what really gave me energy and what took away energy, what gave me joy, and what took away joy and brought guilt. I do this every year, and this year I realized something different - by experimenting, trying, and starting things, I have gradually discovered (and I am still discovering) what I want for myself and what I do not want. Even more, I have gotten better at spotting those things.

Through the process of starting and letting go, I have gained clarity and grown in many ways, which has also helped me in decision-making. This year, I have closed down groups, turned down offers, let go of clothes, content styles and channels, and so much more. Like Marie Kondo's KonMari method, I pick things and ask myself, does this spark joy and confidence? Does this fill me up with renewed energy? If yes, I will keep it. If not, I inquire - is there something I can change? Has this served its purpose? What am I always complaining about? Do I want to fix it? Do I have the resources I need to fix this? Do I want to gift this to someone else? Do I want to let go or keep this on ice? By letting go, I make room for what is essential, just like I planned earlier in the year.

In 2022, I let go of so much, giving me some time for myself. I had memorable experiences that I would not forget in a hurry. I had more me-time. However, a. lot of my relationships suffered because I had time only for myself, my family, and work. Now, I want to make time to nurture some of my relationships and communities, and that means I must let go of something. Letting go is not always bad, and Seth Godin taught me that. If you know you want to let go of things but are unsure where to start,?read this free ebook?I wrote based on a conversation with Seth Godin.

I hope you go into 2023 light and refreshed.

With love,

Blessing Abeng.