Year In Review: 2014

As the New Year swiftly approaches, I find myself reflecting over the past twelve months.   Were my previous goals attained?  Why am I in ‘this’ situation?  What could I have done differently?  The questions I ask myself go on and on, but they have value and depth.  These are the question I need to be asking to attain results for what lies ahead.

I ponder what went right this year, what went wrong.  This year I am doing this in a meticulous fashion, starting at day one, January 1, 2014.  I was not where I wanted to be in several aspects of life but it was a necessity; I was finishing my last semester of nursing school, financially unstable, mentally and emotionally drained (due to schooling and relationship stress), and losing myself in the mix with lack of free time.  As the year progressed things changed, my role changed in many aspects allowing me to bloom mentally, physically, and independently.  Did this happen for you?  If so, fantastic!  If not, why not? 

As human beings we constantly ask why; why, why, why.  We seek knowledge for knowledge is power; but then we fail.  We gain the knowledge and insight into ‘why’ these setbacks occur but we do not act upon them.  It is our choice to change the outcome; it is our choice to change ourselves.  I asked why; I asked myself daily why I was doing what I was doing and if it was taking me where I wanted to be in life.  The answer is partial.  In some aspects I was succeeding because I was finishing school, I am now an RN.  But I am not happy with this, I am not content here.  I did not envision my year going as it has….  I terminated a relationship with someone very precious to me, but in doing so I have met incredible people and had opportunities I would have not previously had.  My choices also led me to partner with a wellness company; I now have my own business which allows me to help people (I will talk about this goal/opportunity a different day).

Those who prospered this year embraced the setbacks for what they were, an opportunity.  Thus, the difference between succeeding and failing: mentality.  As children, we are taught to look at the glass as half full; optimism is hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.  When a obstacle arises we lose sight of the successful outcome, it is now that we must re-frame our mindset to regain strength and continue on.  Now is the time to review the goals you have set before you. Are they still attainable?  Were they ever?  Remain optimistic throughout the setbacks and you will succeed.  It is your choice how you view the glass.    

What could you have done differently to redirect yourself these past twelve months?  Are you happy?  Are you financially stable?  Are you healthy?  Do you have a plan?  These are the questions you need to be asking as the year approaches an end.  Why did events occur and others not?  Everything that happens is based upon choice.  We either chose to act or we don’t; for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.  I implore you to take action now; you have eleven days to make an attainable resolution.    Please share your success or failures, leave a comment, and share my blog.