As we approach the final month of the year, we always get ready to set goals and intentions for the year ahead. One of the best ways to maintain motivation even when working toward our goals gets tough is to change the way we think.
Here are practical and fun steps to take to get ready for the year ahead:
Vision Boards
Vision boards help make your dreams a reality. Envisioning yourself achieving goals helps you to stay motivated and stick with a routine. Whether you’re looking for more financial stability or want to try new hobbies in the new year, set your intentions with a vision board. Remember to keep an open mind to what else you can learn from your goals – you’d be surprised at what’s possible!
Mindfulness and Breathing
One of the best ways to get in touch with your curiosity is through mindfulness. Not only does it help ground you when things get stressful, but meditation and mindfulness promote observing yourself and your surroundings as they are. What do you hear? What do you sense in your body? What do you smell? Being curious means exploring new concepts and yourself, too.
Check out this brief two-minute breathing exercise to stay grounded. The more grounded you are, the more you’re likely to see what’s new around you.
Affirmations
Starting your day with affirmations that align with who you want to become and who you are is a great step toward having a positive attitude when achieving your goals. Want to stay curious? Try telling yourself in the mirror, or taking time to say out loud “I act with curiosity in mind,” or “I have a curious spirit,” or “I am a lifelong learner.” Challenge yourself by using affirmations over the course of a couple weeks, and see how you approach new ideas.
Curiosity has been the root of innovations throughout history. We can get in touch with what makes us passionate, and more importantly learn about ourselves. When you have an open mind with one goal or habit, curiosity can show up in other parts of your life, too.
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Happy New Year!