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"I am embracing the enchantment of life, finding miracles in the everyday." Amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, pause and take a deep breath. There’s magic in the smallest of things—a sunrise, a heartfelt conversation, or the kindness of a stranger. When you open your heart to the wonders around you, even the ordinary becomes extraordinary. The holidays aren’t about perfection—they’re about connection, gratitude, and finding joy in the present. By embracing life’s enchantment, you create a space for peace, love, and miracles to flow. Remember, the magic of the season starts within you. This season, remind yourself: You are part of this miraculous world, and your light makes it shine even brighter. Tip of the Day: Slow down and notice one beautiful thing today. It could be the sparkle of lights, the laughter of loved ones, or even the crispness of the air. Write it down and reflect on how it made you feel—it’s a simple way to stay present and grounded. #saylorsjourney #womenlivinggloriously #girlsgloriousgifts #beglorious #beyou #womensmentalwellnessmatters #saylorinspires #YouMatter #EverydayMiracles #EmbraceTheEnchantment #HolidayMagic #SoulfulLiving https://lnkd.in/gZ2D3Egc

Whoever thought of the New Year as a chance to change habits was presumably just trolling us. Money's tight. Festive celebrations have taken a toll. Waistlines are bulging (so people tell me). And it’s the coldest, darkest time of year. ************** But actually, things are already changing. We’ve already smuggled the darkest day in, before Christmas. Today in London the day is 28 minutes longer than it was back then. By 31st January it will be 79 mins longer. And that pace is increasing, as each day brings an extra 2 minutes of daylight and soon, an extra 3 minutes.   ************** Tiny changes in nature are following suit. Snowdrops, those optimistic lunatics of the plant world, will soon take their brave stand. The body temperature of hedgehogs will begin to rise. And over in Africa, swifts will start preparing to make their 8 week, 3,000 mile journey to the UK. ****************** Change is happening. Life is stirring. The light is coming.

Goodmorning All... Rise and Shine 🌞🌟 🎯We often tend to hustle with our past, but we forget to realize that our past might have spots on it, but our future is always spotless. 🎯It is essential to understand that no matter how bad our past is, there is absolutely no point in clinging on to it and spend the rest of our life regretting about the same. 🎯We ought to understand the fact that no matter how dirty our past gets, we should always focus on working on our present and, thus, try to make our future better. No matter how worse our past gets, that was just our past, and we are already over it. 🎯There is no possibility for us to travel back in time and recover our past all over again. Hence, the ideal thing that we can ever do is to take lessons from our past and work upon improving our future. 🎯We should learn about the fact that our past does not have any control over us, but our future is still spotless. Even if we had the worst past ever, our future is still a blank piece of paper, and we may choose to create it just as we want. 🎯It is absolutely up to us how we want to create our future. Let's know that it is none other than ourselves who are going to decide how our present and the future should look like! When we have already spent our past, and we know that the time has already gone, we should no longer waste our time uselessly. We should not be spending our time just for nothing. 🎯Let's make sure that instead of loitering around, we should focus on working at our best, and thus, try to improve ourselves each and every single day. When we work forward to create a better future, we will obviously be able to perform our best and welcome better days to come along! Instead of wasting our time thinking in a negative way, we should always focus upon boosting our zeal to make our future the best as possible. 🎯We should always try to recreate our future such that we do not have to regret it later on once it is gone. Another important thing that we should take care of is to remember that our past is always a lesson to us, and even if we haven’t succeeded in the past, we can always take it in a positive way, and thus, work upon improving it for the future so that our coming days become brighter!

Rudolph the reindeer’s red nose was ridiculed—until it became the light that saved Christmas. As we approach the holidays after what’s been a challenging year for many, Rudolph’s story reminds us that what others see as a flaw or problem might just be the solution someone else is looking for. Rudolph was different, and for a while, that difference isolated him. But when the fog rolled in on Christmas Eve, Santa saw his bright, shiny nose not as a problem but as an opportunity. The very thing others mocked became the gift that guided the way. This holiday season, let’s reflect on a few lessons from Rudolph: 🔔Your uniqueness is your strength. What sets you apart might just be what the world needs most, especially in difficult times. 🔔Challenges reveal opportunities. Fog might obscure your path, but it also creates moments for innovation and courage. 🔔See the light in others. Just like Santa saw Rudolph’s potential, be the person who looks past imperfections and recognizes the gifts in others. Families and individuals might be facing uncertainty—financial struggles, personal setbacks, or just the weight of a long year. But the holidays are a reminder that even in the foggiest of times, hope can shine through. As you celebrate, ask yourself: 🔔What unique light are you bringing to the world? 🔔How can you turn this year’s challenges into opportunities for growth and connection in 2025? 🔔Who can you encourage and uplift, helping them see their own brilliance? This season, embrace the imperfections and find the light within yourself and those around you. Remember, even the most challenging moments can lead to something extraordinary. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, meaningful holiday season. Let’s celebrate the light we all carry. #HolidaySeason #Reflection #Growth #Resilience #Leadership #RichNuggets #LifeLessons #Inspiration

It's Monday, so it's time for my best of the past week! Maybe it was the impending holiday week spirit in the air, but this past week saw some genuine bangers. 1. How to not build the wrong thing by Katelyn Bourgoin 🧠 (https://bit.ly/4fCSx3I). The psychologic gold in this post, combined with the humble vulnerability of the author, should qualify this as mandatory reading for any product team. 2. 10 ways to level up your 2025 from Ben Meer (https://bit.ly/4gP6NaM). If you've been following me at all, you know I'm a massive fan of content that explains "How" and not just "What". Ben is a master at this, and if you aren't already following him, you should be. 3. This reminder to be a kind human above all from Igor Buinevici (https://bit.ly/4fD6VsB). Enough said. Stay human, sell smarter, win bigger, my friends.

"It's that knife-edge of uncertainty where we come alive to our truest power" - Joanna Macy After glancing through so many "I'm ready for the new year!" and "It's gonna be another great year again!" pronouncement this week, it's extremely refreshing to read Dee Yang's reflection with such honest vulnerability and courage. I would love to meet someone who is not at least a little bit scared and concerned right now. Do they exist?! Opened up on my browser window: • World Uncertainty Index shows a huge spike in Q4 2024 https://lnkd.in/gVpFFMJ8 • The Lancet Climate Report 2024 https://lnkd.in/gXbXzQzV among many others • What HBR is saying about employees' anxiety levels. https://lnkd.in/gJE4P8GZ • The freshly released Future of Jobs 2025 from World Economic Forum with their project numbers of job displacement and reskilling needs that's, well, hard to meet. https://lnkd.in/gZ_XfAfs (I will have a newsletter piece next Tuesday on this topic) And this part of the Climate Oath resonates deeply with me, by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson https://lnkd.in/gfAPXYpr Thank you Dee Yang! "Possibility exists. This is a world of our making. We can remake it, remix it, restore it, rebalance it. The path of least resistance is only one of many paths." #uncertainties #Futures #courage #multiplescenarios #Foresight #Fear #ClarityAgilityAgency #FutureActive #FutureAware #FuturePrepared

I’m not into New Year’s resolutions. Hot January days are not the time to start new things, right? 🥵 Everyone is on holidays so you can’t really act on most of them. And wouldn’t you rather be at the beach than at the gym? 🏖️ Of course we all give up by the 13th January… However, a few years ago, someone mentioned they had chosen a word for the year. I loved it. Simple, judgement free and easy to adapt to a range of areas in life. 👉 This year, my word is ABUNDANCE. For me, abundance is about more than wealth or material things. It’s the opposite of ‘lack’. It’s about living fully, appreciating the richness already in my life, and welcoming more. Lack creeps in when we start believing we’re not good enough, don’t have enough time, energy, or success. It clouds everything. But abundance shifts the focus. 🌈 It doesn’t mean ignoring challenges, but it brings hope and possibility. This year, I’m focusing on building on what I already have rather than chasing brand-new things. For example: 🏠 We’re renovating our kitchen to make it more functional and abundant in bench space and storage (yes, pun intended! 😄). 📈 I’m also looking at new ways to grow my business, continue to work with current and new clients, and say yes to exciting opportunities. How I’m embracing abundance: 🙏 Gratitude: Reflecting daily on what I’m thankful for. ✅ Saying yes: Leaning into aligned opportunities, even the scary ones. 🧘♀️ Letting go of scarcity: Reframing my belief that there’s “not enough time.” 🤝 Sharing more: Through my writing, my time, or even a kind word. ✨ What about you? Have you chosen a word for 2025? Drop it in the comments. I’d love to hear why you chose it! Here’s to a year of possibilities, gratitude, and abundance. 🌟

Accessing that place of self-belief doesn’t always come easy. Do you wait until you have more time, you’re not as busy, not as tired? The weather’s right, you have more money etc. It has been said many times before, that we will always want more, whatever that may be for us individually: a promotion at work, a pay rise, a holiday, peace and quiet, some time out. More money, more sleep, more chocolate. This is of course quite generalised but most of the time it’s too easy to get caught in the cycle of always needing just a bit more. Then once we’ve got that one more thing, we then need something else. When is it ever enough or ever the right time? Ask yourself this question today. If you think about it, is there really ever a perfect time. Read my full blog here: https://lnkd.in/e4bgVUw2 #blog #selfbelief #productivity #growth

As we prepare to step into the new year, let us carry with us the wisdom born from the trials and triumphs of 2024. The challenges we faced may have tested our resolve, but they also revealed the quiet strength within us…the unyielding resilience of the human spirit. In times of uncertainty, we can find guidance in the philosophy of stoicism…to focus not on what lies beyond our control, but on how we choose to respond. Adversity is not just an obstacle, but an opportunity, a chance to cultivate courage, practice patience, and give grace. Alongside resilience, let us also embrace the transformative power of gratitude. Gratitude reminds us that even against the bleakest of backdrops, there is beauty to be found. It teaches us to look for the small, glimmering moments of joy…a kind word, a shared laugh, the warmth of a sunrise and the embrace of a loved one…gratitude turns our attention to what we have, rather than what we lack, helping us to see abundance even in times of scarcity…with gratitude, we can draw strength from every challenge, knowing it shapes us for the better. Let us enter this new year with open hearts and minds, and a spirit of thankfulness. May we meet every challenge with dignity and grace, and may we celebrate each victory, no matter how small, with profound appreciation. I shall raise a glass to wish 2024 farewell and as I welcome in 2025, I wish you all peace, health, happiness and prosperity in the year ahead. #HappyNewYear