Sarah Dugan’s Post

Each year around December to January (which I feel blur together), I face this conundrum: A year is technically 365 days, yet I feel a gravitational pull to use the moment as a turning point—a point to look back on my last 365 days and look forward to the next. What is so appealing about the end of the year?! Rather than overthinking and intellectualizing it (maybe too late?), I now fully embrace this pre-defined and collective bookend that the calendar year provides. And just like someone made up these calendar rules hundreds of years ago, I, too, can make up the rules of my life! I can reflect and set goals and intentions when I feel the universal pull in January and whenever my life calls for a re-alignment (…it may even be in February!). I believe that we constantly need to (re)align who we are with how we spend our time; this exercise is more of an ongoing practice than a "set it and forget" approach. Some moments may be more significant than others, some may be related to work, some to life, and some may just be for fun. I expect I'll have quite a few moments in 2025 where I'll be reflecting and re-aligning. That’s why I’m hosting my annual Re-Align for 2025: A Vision + Goals Workshop. This interactive (and free!) session is a space to reconnect with what matters most and align who you are with how you want to spend your time in the year ahead. If that sounds like something you need right now, sign up to join me (and feel free to share this with someone who might need it too). Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGjyU-DX

Why do most of our New Year resolutions fade by February, even when we start with so much enthusiasm? 🤷♀️🤷♀️ Yes! We have all been there December comes with its charm, FULL OF REFLECTIONS and the PROMISE OF NEW BEGINNINGS... We sit down, write long lists of goals for the coming year, and swear👇🏿👇🏿 THIS TIME, I WILL STICK WITH THEM For the first few weeks, we are UNSTOPPABLE, MOTIVATED, DRIVEN and CONVINCED this year will be different. But then something happens 😩😩 ✔ Work gets overwhelming ✔ Life throws unexpected curveballs ✔ And slowly, the habits we were so excited about slip away SUDDENLY, FEBRUARY IS HERE😔😔 And that gym membership feels more like a distant memory than a commitment 😪😃 WHAT WENT WRONG? WHY DO SO MANY OF US FAIL TO MAINTAIN THE SAME ENERGY WE STARTED WITH? Last year, I experienced the same... ☑ I set ambitious goals—both professionally and personally ☑ I was eager to reinvent myself, push boundaries, and step outside my comfort zone January was full of early mornings and focused productivity; But by mid-February, I was back to my old routines. Then, I realized that SETTING RESOLUTIONS IS ONLY PART OF THE EQUATION Sustaining them requires ✅ STRUCTURE ✅ ACCOUNTABILITY ✅ And UNDERSTANDING THAT PROGRESS ISN’T ALWAYS LINEAR. As the year ends, WILL YOU JUST SET RESOLUTIONS AGAIN, OR WILL YOU COMMIT TO LASTING CHANGE? Let's rub mind Together in the Comment 👇🏾💬 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TIME SEEING MY POST? CHECK THE COMMENT SECTION TO KNOW ABOUT ME 👇🏾👇🏾 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ #NewYearResolution #GrowthMindset #PersonalDevelopment #SustainableHabits #OAP #Communicator

I finally figured out “How to do more in less time” So in March 2024, I read the book The 12-Week Year, And I was totally impressed by the concept. So I decided to try this one, I created a notion template and then, I planned everything from my goals to every little action. I followed the plan for a few weeks, but eventually, I lost momentum and fell off track. In July, I decided to do this again, And this time I focused on changing my routine. My main areas of focus were- ➤ Fixing my sleeping & eating schedule ➤ Being consistent with content creation ➤ Daily movement for at least 40 min ➤ Journaling whenever I felt triggered And obviously, sometimes I did fall off track, But most of the time, I was following my plan. So the overall rating in July was 43.6% And the overall rating today is 68.18% This may not be a big thing for you but, I’m gonna celebrate every little win of mine. Here are some of the good things- ➤ Fixed my sleeping & eating schedule ✅ ➤ Started creating content on LinkedIn ✅ ➤ Daily movement for at least 40 min (though I’ve missed this a few times) ✅ ➤ Journaling whenever I felt triggered (well, this one going okayishhh) And I’ve planned for my next 12 weeks, Let’s see how this one goes, Will keep you updated. Don’t count the days, make the days count. P. S. - If you want the template, comment “The 12 Week Year” and I’ll send it to you!

It’s not the most wonderful time of the year. It’s the time of the year when your attention is pulled in a hundred different directions. It’s the time of the year when you know you are absolutely going to run out of road but you still seem to be travelling at a hundred miles an hour towards the edge. It’s the time of the year when your energy is drained by tinsel and flashing lights and too many people in busy, noisy spaces. So it’s also the time of year to get brutal with your task list. To be harshly realistic about the time and the headspace you will actually have next week. To be ruthless about what isn’t going to be done this year – and won’t be carried forward into next year either. To be intentional about what you choose to do with the final week of the year, rather than letting the week rule you. It’s not easy. You will feel guilty about what you're not going to get to. But the more you can get ahead of yourself today and early next week, the more you’ll feel set up for a wonderful break. And it’ll help you make a clearer and more refreshed start to 2025. What can you do now to make next week slightly more wonderful?

You’re not going to like to hear this, but … there’s no such thing as the “perfect time” to start. December is here! And this time of year, it’s so easy to let the holidays, busy schedules, and colder days push your goals aside. I’ve never pushed the “I’ll start fresh in January” narrative because you can start at any time. Most training processes take a month to get used to the routine anyway before results start happening. This is your reminder that consistent results come from behavior and habit change, and those changes take time. You’ll have to learn how to show up for yourself, even when life feels chaotic. Small, steady actions now will set you up for success long before the new year even begins. So my advice- start now and you’ll already be in a flow with your routine come January 1st. Let’s finish this year strong together 😉 #ConsistencyIsKey #KeepGoing #FitnessJourney #HolidayMotivation

Can you believe we're already halfway through the year? Time flies when you're busy and making things happen! 🚀 That's why I think June is the perfect time to hit pause and take a moment to review your personal and business goals. Here's why: 1. Mid-Year Checkpoint - June is the perfect halfway mark to assess your progress. Are you on track? Do you need to pivot? June is your friendly reminder to reflect and recalibrate. 2. Summer Vibes—The sunshine and longer days give us an extra boost of energy and positivity. Use that summer spirit to fuel your planning sessions! 3. Holiday Prep—Before the busy holiday season sneaks up on us, take advantage of this relatively calm period to strategise and plan ahead. 4. Fresh Perspective - With six months of hard work behind you, you have a wealth of insights. What's working well? What could be better? Use these learnings to fine-tune your goals. 5. Reignite Motivation - Revisit those New Year resolutions and reignite your passion. There's still plenty of time to achieve greatness in 2024! So grab your tea or coffee, find a sunny spot, and let's make June the month of reflection and renewal. Cheers to smashing those goals! 💪🌞📈 Feel free to share your own tips and tricks for a successful mid-year review in the comments below! 👇 ☎️ +44 (0) 7976 028132 📧 Info@learntogrow.me 🌐 www.learntogrow.me #learntogrow #reviewinggoals #keepingontrack

The end of the calendar year can stir up so much—busy schedules, stress, and emotions. Teachers, remember: rest is productive. Celebrate your wins and recharge so you’re ready to tackle the new year with confidence and clarity! #WellnessWednesday #EducatorWellness #TeacherSupport  https://lnkd.in/e27AB3Bn 

Two months from now, we are going to be inundated with posts about New Year’s resolutions. How to make them How to stick to them What to do when you stumble There will be posts about the utility of New Year’s resolutions as well as people railing against New Year’s resolutions. I love resolutions. I love starting fresh. I love turning the page and beginning anew. After decades of resolutions with varying degrees of success, I’ve realized that the longer I spend planning and the less I try to do the more successful I am. You don’t need to start grinding away on a plan, a spreadsheet or some convoluted behavior change strategy. All you need to do is start thinking about where you want to be a year from now. That’s it. Just think about it. Give yourself a ramp to consider your life so you’re not creating slapdash goals that you hope will make you feel better but you’ll never be able to achieve. Before the holiday rush… Before holiday gatherings… Before travel and gift buying… Before year-end all “year in review” content… Just spend some time thinking, where do you want to be a year from now?

As the year winds down, most of us focus on wrapping things up and getting ready for the holidays. But this year, I'm trying something different. Instead of just ending the year, I am using this time to prepare for the next one. The start of a new year always brings fresh energy and enthusiasm. But too often, we wait until January to figure things out, and before we know it, half the month is gone. Walking into the year with a plan for at least the first two weeks can help us make the most of that fresh energy and hit the ground running from day one. My team and I have been working on this - mapping out our priorities and setting specific goals for Week 1 and Week 2 of January. That way, on 2nd January, we are not just talking about new beginnings; we are already getting things done. This small effort can turn that burst of new-year excitement into action instead of letting it fade away. I hope this stretch before the year ends helps us make January a month of action, not just resolutions. It's an experiment, and I'm excited to see how it goes. #newyearpreparation #freshstartplanning #yearendreflection #actionoverresolutions