New year, Do less.
What if you spent this year doing less?
‘I need to do better, be better, and look better,' I say at the beginning of every year while writing my New Year resolutions.
Unfortunately, for me, there are four stages when it comes to New Year's resolutions.
The stages always go as follows:
1 - The 'new year, new me.'
This stage happens in the first week of January. It's the best part of the process, from writing down my goals to creating my vision boards. I am psyched and ready for the new year!
2 - The 'I'll answer that call on Monday.'
The second week comes, and so does procrastination. '"I'm still easing into the year; I'll start working on my goals next week,'" I convince myself.
3 - The 'I am standing on business.'
The journey to a new me begins, and the fitness goals and new projects start. I'm in a new era, and nothing can stop my season of growth.
4 - The' 'I quit'
March: After starting and restarting my goals countless times, I quit. I feel like a failure.
I've had enough of this, which led to this year's most empowering decision: Do less!
Do less intentionally this new year.
It's reasonable to plan for the future. However, don't set yourself up for failure with unattainable goals and drastic changes.
Instead, you can choose to do the following:
Have fewer expectations
Fewer expectations allow you to be open to unexpected outcomes and reframe your mindset.
Focus on one thing at a time.
Break your plans into actionable steps and show up to do the work. Be intentional and disciplined.
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"Have a bias towards action – let's see something happen now. You can break that big plan into small steps and take the first step right away.'"– Indira Gandhi
Do less consistently.
Embrace the idea of quality over quantity. Don't overload yourself; build upon your goals slowly but surely.
Celebrate small victories along the way.
Acknowledge your progress. It is okay to bask in the joy of your accomplishments.
Keep going
Don’t be discouraged; it’s okay to start and restart. You’ve got this, Rafiki!
Conclusion
You don't have to do it all; do less intentionally this new year. 'What resolution are you making this year?