1. Let Go Of Last Year's Resentments.

Sometimes, growth means conquering the challenges ahead. But other times, it means revisiting the incomplete challenges behind us. No one wants to relive the pain from the past. However, we can’t grow through neglect. Nor can we find peace through distraction. If we truly want to let go of our past, find new meaning, and continue growing, we must find the courage in ourselves to revisit our past with a new kindness. Leave the past in the past.

2. Review Last Year’s Moments.

Reviewing your year not only allows you to take a step back from your day-to-day responsibilities and gain a more comprehensive view of your life, but also set new goals that inspire you and align with your evolving values. Spend a moment of your time to bring excitement into your next year; a sense of inspiration that pulls you to new places, new people, and new experiences.

3. Express Appreciation & Gratitude For The Past Year.

Whether you liked it or not, the time was yours. From the beginning to the end, you were given an opportunity to experience life in a way no one else could. And through your unique trials and tribulations, you have received unique lessons, insights, and wisdom that helped shape your individuality and progressed you toward your brighter future. A moment of appreciation doesn’t only help you gain closure of the passing year, but welcomes the space of a new year.

4. Document Your Reflections For Next Year.

A lot can change in a year and it’s easy to forget exactly how far you’ve come. One way to deepen your connection with yourself is to document your growth throughout your journey. Write about your achievements, your failures, your decisions, your challenges, or your tragedies. Whatever you write, be open and honest about your experiences. Year after year, it will only grow more valuable as it helps you remember and cherish the moments that contributed to the person you become.

5. Set Next Year’s Resolutions.

All changes begin with a new sense of inspiration, direction, and purpose within you. If you are going to find it, now is the time to look. A new year brings an opportunity to live a new life. While changing your circumstances takes time, changing the direction of your life today needs only a new destination. As the year passes, even the small changes in your direction, followed through with consistency, will make a significant difference in where you end up.

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