Remember, Reflect, Revise & Reward

Merry Christmas Eve...

Yep - just because it's the day before Christmas and most of you are most likely out and about, doing last minute things or spending it with family and away from the screen, doesn't mean I'm going to forget about you this week...

And of course some of you may be going through some tough & challenging times and thoughts this Christmas as it's not Merry for everyone...you too are not forgotten

This week's instalment really is a short & sweet one to just highlight how we can all, whatever we are experiencing this year (and have experienced the last few years), look forward

So here's what I shall be doing as I head into 2022...

1. Remember: It's important to look back and remember the experiences - good and bad - that you have faced. Here's the thing; even when things aren't going as planned, it's because there is something there for you to learn, take-away and grow from. Some parts you may not want to remember - but do so because of the strength you can take from it now you're on the other side. Remember those who made an impact in your life - present and those who have passed. Remember those who have made you smile, laugh & feel.
2. Reflect: As you go forward - time to reflect on your decisions and choices. Some decisions may be ones you feel were mistakes - but that's why you reflect on them and then choose to do differently next time. Some choices may have been uncomfortable but were spot on - reflect on how you can now build on that so it all serves you to a greater good moving forward
3. Revise: We all go into a new year with a plan...and as with all plans - they don't always go to PLAN. That's OK. The road to success is never a straight one and that's the joy of life...as long as you don't continue to do the same things over and over again and expect a different result. So revise the plan and decide what you will do differently. Decide what you will no longer do more of that doesn't serve you and take action on what you are afraid of. Change is inevitable...
4. Finally...REWARD! We never reward ourselves on the successes and the great things that happen to us. Whether that be emotional, physical, personal, professional...reward yourself with the wins. In the same way we focus on problem-solving - celebrate the winning and enjoyment of the journey.

Every single one of us will have experienced some trauma or hardship and the energy that brings can bring us down for sure. I speak from experience...

Dr John D Martini talks about polar opposites and how that shapes life.

Where there is white, there is black. Where there's up, there's also down. Hot/Cold; Good/Bad...

Our role is to openly feel the negative emotions when they arise, acknowledge that the feeling is real and it's happening & when ready, CHOOSE to look for ways to celebrate what you do have & ask for help if needed.

Surround yourself with those who can lift you up - not when you're already up - but when you need it most

This week's simple but effective message is...

Why Be Miserable, When Happiness is a Choice

Merry Christmas to you all and look forward to breaking in 2022 with you all

Dee xox