Happy New Year!
Hello you!
Welcome to my second newsletter, and Happy New Year! As we begin 2025, I’d like to extend my warmest wishes to you.
Goals for 2025
You’re probably seeing lots of social media posts about resolutions and ‘new year, new you’ and before we talk goals I wanted to remind you:
- You don’t need a new you. You are not an iPhone.
- You don’t need replacing every year. Don’t throw yourself away every year like plastic trash.
- Find the old you. Improve. Evolve. Do better.
- But head towards yourself, not away.
- Be gentle with your mind.
Goals, rather than resolution, can be really helpful. And, as we look ahead to 2025, it’s the perfect time to set clear and specific goals. Not just wishes, but actionable goals that you can work towards. Setting well-defined goals helps provide direction, motivation, and a sense of achievement as you progress.
Think about what you truly want to accomplish in the coming year. Break these goals down into manageable steps, and remember to celebrate your successes along the way. Whether it’s improving your health, advancing your career, or nurturing your relationships, having a clear plan can make all the difference.
Workshop spaces going fast
My new in-person Stress Less. Live More! workshop will be on 21 February at Remidy in Whitburn. Over half of the spaces have already been taken. If you’re interested, secure your spot soon so you don’t miss out! The workshop is designed to help you reduce stress, build a healthier mindset, and embrace a more balanced life. I can’t wait to share it with you.
Dry January challenge
Are you joining me for Dry January? If you are, I’m posting daily tips and support on Instagram and Facebook throughout January to help you stay motivated and committed. I’ve been alcohol free for one year and it’s been amazing! I’m biased, I’m happy to own that. I believe a life without alcohol is a million times better. I’m happier, calmer, more energetic, have better connections, improved focus, and even my asthma is better. I’ve gained so much more than I’ve given up.
Reflect, calm and grow
- Journal prompt: What is making you feel hopeful right now?
- Meditation recommendation: To help you relax and find improved sleep try ‘Drift Into Stillness – 30-Minute Sleep’ Surrender’ by Sarah Blondin, available for free on the Insight Timer app.
- Book recommendation: My latest purchase is ‘Words to Live By: A Daily Journal’ by Donna Ashworth, which is now half price on Amazon. I started it today, and my focus word for the year is contentment. For 2025, my goals are all about stepping out of my comfort zone and finding true contentment (a word I never thought I’d aspire to, but it feels just right).
Continuing our journey and looking ahead
In my first newsletter, I shared my Stress Less Blueprint, packed with practical tools and actionable strategies to help you reduce stress and boost your well-being. What did you try, and what improvements did you make? What other Blueprints would you like to see?
If you subscribed after the first newsletter and would like a copy, just let me know.
I’m here to help you create a life that you love waking up to every day. Whether it’s managing stress, improving your mindset, or embracing the next phase of your life, together we can achieve your goals.
If you’d like to learn more, or work with me to create a life you love waking up to, I’d love to hear from you.
With love from
Gilly
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