So I know it’s a little bit on the late side…but I still want to say Happy New Year to all of you! And I’m hoping that it’s beginning happy, healthy, and hopeful for you! But if not, there is still plenty of time for this to change and for things to move in a more positive direction! 🙂 So in the spirit of being both gentle and kind…I would suggest giving yourself both space and grace as you work towards making those positive goals and intentions a reality. Change is hard and usually it doesn’t come to most of us overnight! 🙂
Maybe your goal is to lose 25 pounds this year and keep it off. You’ve already lost 6 pounds and that is something but it doesn’t feel like enough in 4 weeks. Give yourself grace…you lost 6 pounds! And also, give yourself kudos for simply making the decision to start! 🙂
Maybe your goal is to get to the gym 5 times per week. And so far this month you’ve made it there 9 times. Give yourself credit for those 9 times! And give yourself grace and a pat on the back for getting out of the house when all you wanted to do was sit there on the couch and watch your favorite show! Maybe those 9 times are more than you went in all of 2024! 🙂
Maybe your goal is to get your financial health in order. Maybe you’ve decided to take a closer look at your spending habits, your saving habits, and just what your priorities are when it comes to your money. Again, just making the decision to look at your financial health and well-being should be celebrated! 🙂
Speaking of financial health, John and I made the decision last month to start the new year off by finding a financial advisor. This decision absolutely became an important part of our intention for 2025! Our overarching goal was and is to learn if we will be in a good way down the line for retirement. This morning was the first step on this journey. We had an initial consultation in her office and decided to move forward with her expertise and guidance.
But maybe your goals and intentions look nothing like the ones I’ve mentioned. Perhaps they are to relax more, to stress less, and/or to enjoy more time doing the things that you love most! OMG…I just loved writing those words!!! 🙂 And I wonder…maybe…just maybe I could be a little part of that relax more, stress less, doing the things (or people lol) that you love most?!? 🙂 And…I would LOVE to be a part of your goals and intentions for this year…celebrating your incredible victories with you…the small ones, the medium ones, or those incredibly huge amazing (I can’t believe I did it) ones!!!
I am that proverbial cheerleader…always in your corner…let me be there to cheer you on!!! 🙂
Joy & Love,
Goddess Mandy 🙂 XO
Thank you for the encouragement. I know there are really just two simple ways to motivate people, either the carrot or the stick. While I generally prefer the carrot, that are those very needy times that not only do I prefer the stick, I need it, want it. Especially if you are the one holding it. I am looking so forward to my continued encounters with you. While it is always your choice as to the method to be used; it doesn’t matter if it is the carrot or the stick, the response is always the same. Please Goddess, may i have another?
This post is such a delightful reminder of the reason i appreciate You and Your perpetual friendship. i am truly grateful for the way You have guided me to shift my paradigm from doom and gloom to one of being present and finding things to be grateful for, noticing the small moments of beauty that surrounds me when i can acknowledge that often go unnoticed. Thanks for being my head cheerleader for the past 12 years.
And yes, Goddess, You are definitely someone that makes me stress less, relax more, and enjoy every opportunity I have to be present with You having fun.
Diet diet diet and working out every day!!! Goal is to get back under 200 lbs-gained way way way to much weight as I’m at 280-unacceptable!!!! That’s reason I’ve not called in long long long time-hate having ugly dad bod as that has to go away forever!!! Once I get under 200 lbs-with abs I can fit back into my dresses/womens clothes and will start calling back again!!!
Well John…you are most welcome! And I love your take…thoughts on my words! I think that I nearly always want the carrot, myself. BUT…I really do love that in your needy times you prefer, want and even NEED the stick!!! And as you said…”it is always my choice as to the method to be used”. These words are indeed ALWAYS the gospel! 😉 “Yes sweetie…if you’re a good boy you may indeed have another!”
Ohhhhhh kneel…thank you SO much for saying that!!! That just makes Me feel amazing. Being able to help you in shifting your paradigm is absolutely huge for Me and makes Me feel that I have so been able to contribute to your overall well being! 🙂 And you’re welcome…LOVE being your head cheerleader for the past 12 years! 🙂
Ohhhhh Carli girl…good for you with your goals!!! And I am so glad that you reached out to share and let me know how you’re doing and feeling! But noooooo beating yourself up, OK?!? 🙂 Give yourself space and grace, as I said. We all need that, Carli! And we miss you…AND we can’t wait to celebrate you reaching your goals and being a happier you for it!!! 🙂
I’m really trying this year to reduce my stress levels… Goddess Mandy helps so much there. I don’t know how to properly thank her.
This year, I’m trying to be happier and less stressed, and also trying to be more authentic. Goddess has helped so much with that… I will keep trying to thank her properly.
Mitchie, I truly want you to be happier and less stressed. And I just love that you’re also trying to be more authentic. These are all wonderful things to want and aspire to have and be in your life! I am thrilled that I have helped you so much with this. And I am glad that you feel so comfortable and safe with me! 🙂