Looking Back with Gratitude and Looking Forward with Excitement

"The people who walk into your life—whether for a moment or a lifetime—are each threads in the fabric of your growth." — Ipek Williamson

As 2024 comes to a close and 2025 invites us into new adventures, I’m pausing to reflect on the countless moments of gratitude that have defined this past year. It’s been a journey of growth, connection, and transformation—made possible by the incredible people and communities who have been part of my life.

Celebrating the People and Communities Who Shaped 2024

Throughout 2024, I’ve been blessed to meet and reconnect with thousands of extraordinary individuals. Some came into my life briefly, while others became companions on my journey. Whether through a kind word, a shared experience, or their enduring support, each person has left a meaningful imprint on my heart.

I’m especially grateful to the communities that have been part of my growth for years: Insight Timer, GLEAC, Positive Intelligence, 360 Nation, The Ultimate Coach Community & The BEING Movement, My Density Matters, and Next Ten. These platforms have provided not only learning and inspiration but also a deep sense of belonging and purpose.

This year also brought new opportunities with Elevent, Vantage Point, and Topremedy UK—new platforms and communities I was fortunate to connect within 2024. These collaborations expanded my horizons, challenged me in the best ways, and opened doors to exciting possibilities.

To my amazing clients, friends, family, and every human being who crossed my path—you are the angels without wings who make life brighter and more meaningful.

Gratitude for Every Step

"Every step forward, no matter how small, deserves our gratitude, for it carries us closer to who we are meant to become." — Ipek Williamson

One of the greatest joys of 2024 has been the privilege of coaching. Spending over 350 hours working with amazing clients who were more than ready to open up their wings and fly high has been a humbling and inspiring experience, as each session brought lessons about resilience, growth, and the beauty of transformation.

Another source of joy in my life was coming together on Insight Timer—a platform that feels like home— with thousands of gorgeous people from every country you can think of at live sessions and meditation tracks I created. Knowing these moments of stillness and reflection have brought peace and clarity to so many is a gift I treasure deeply.

Every milestone, collaboration, and connection this year has reinforced a truth I hold dear: life is enriched by the people and experiences we share along the way.

Anticipation for 2025

As I look toward 2025, I’m filled with excitement and curiosity. The new year is an open book, waiting to be written. While I don’t know all the details of what lies ahead, I know this: I will continue to approach life with gratitude, openness, and a commitment to growth—for myself and those I have the privilege to work with.

A Heartfelt Thank You

"Thank you is more than a phrase; it’s an energy that ripples through lives, reminding us of the beauty in connection." — Ipek Williamson

To everyone who has been part of my journey in 2024, whether through a conversation, a collaboration, or simply by showing up in my life—you have my deepest gratitude.

May 2025 bring you abundance, joy, and countless moments of magic. Together, let’s walk into the new year with gratitude lighting the way and endless possibilities ahead.

With much love and appreciation,

??Ipek

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?? Who would like to join me in Hungary this March 2025 for a Menopause Wellness Retreat?

This retreat, organized by my friend who is also a seasoned retreat wizard Adrienn Hamori, from Topremedy in the UK, and facilitated by me, includes beauty treatments, personal coaching, and two exclusive menopause workshops designed to support you in navigating this transformative life stage with confidence.

And, we are eternally grateful to have our retreat approved by and offered through the Insight Timer Retreats initiative. What an honor!

Additionally, I am hosting an "Everything You Want to Know About My Upcoming Menopause Wellness Retreat" session on Insight Timer , on Sunday, January 5th, at 11:30 AM Eastern Time.

I will give you plenty of information about our retreat and answer all your questions. Please join us for the session and at the retreat!

?? On January 1st, I am starting a "7 Days of Inner Calm Challenge" on Insight Timer.

If you would like to join me and thousands of others of the 30+ Million Insight Timer subscribers for this great 7-Day Challenge, here's what you need to do…?

1) If you still don't have the Best Free Meditation App Insight Timer on your device, download it now by clicking HERE

2) Come and join my Circle of Bliss Group by clicking HERE

3) Bookmark the 7 Days of Inner Calm Playlist that I have created specifically for this challenge by clicking HERE?

4) Follow the daily instructions I will share with you in the Circle of Bliss Group and through all my social media accounts (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Blue Sky, YouTube) between January 1st and 7th.?

This will be a short but impactful journey to find peace within and build resilience against daily stress.?

Our objective will be cultivating daily mindfulness and reducing anxiety through grounding practices.

??My amazing podcast partner and co-host Meredith Bell and I recorded a very special year-end episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast. In this episode, we looked back at the wisdom and inspiration shared on the podcast throughout the year, shared personal insights, and celebrated the transformative power of the guests, books, and themes that have shaped our journeys. If you haven't already, please make sure to listen to this very special episode.

?? I have been hosting FREE LIVE sessions on Insight Timer twice per week -on Wednesdays and Sundays- for more than three years. Starting from the new year, I will regularly host a live session on Fridays and other additional sessions here and there for special occasions - such as the one I will be hosting on Sunday, January 5th about our upcoming retreat in Hungary. So, today's live session is the last one of the Sunday routine sessions. I would love to have you with me at 01:00 PM Eastern Time where I will talk about "Embodying Awareness: A Year of Discovery and Expansion"

?? Put yourself first, and do something that gives you joy. Today and every day! And ONLY always!!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! ??????????????