2022, and it's going to be all about you, and we can't wait! Everyone deserves a fresh start, a new beginning, and a chance to do it all over again. For many of us, this time is now. There is so much exciting energy to capture moving into the new year and because change is as good as a holiday, and there is no better time than now, we thought we'd help you do just that.
For this post, we're going to look at a few of the most popular ways you can craft a new image and live out the best version of yourself but, remember: every real Dallas woman knows that the best possible you, is the most authentic you. So keep it real, remember to believe in yourself, and if you're not having fun doing what you're doing, do something else!
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Once you've done gracing all the best parties in Dallas for new years eve, it's time to get back to work and get back to you, and if you're the type that's always wanted to do something all about you for the new year, but didn't want to for fear of everyone thinking you're being selfish, well - there has never been a better time to be a little selfish.
That goes for everyone because if you've made it through this past year and you're dreaming about a better 2022, you're already a winner. Now, of course, there is the good selfish and the not so nice selfish, and for the record - we're all about the former because as single moms living our best lives, we need to be the networkers that support, encourage and empower each other, not the type to tear your sisters down.
With that being said, you can't manifest what you want without knowing what it is and this is something that can't be stressed enough because without knowing what you want your dream 2022 to look like, you can't plan for it - and if you can't plan for it, how are you going to manifest it. So our first go-to for the new year is simple:
Dream big, but keep it real. Allow yourself the freedom to craft the ideal vision of what you think you want your life to look like, this time next year. Now, apply the 'SMART' principle - you've probably heard about this a ton, and there's a good reason for it. The 'SMART' principle works like this: When planning towards a goal or goals both in life and in business, make sure that your goals are:
S Specific
M Measurable
A Achievable
R Realistic
T Timed
As we always like to say, baggage is for vacations - not for life, and if you've been dragging around your baggage with you for a day, it's a day too long. Life means that you're going to let people down at some point, and they'll do the same. Healing and finding resolutions are what make the journeys in-between precious. So if it's time to make amends, do it. If you need to offer forgiveness, give it and if you need to ask for it - ask for it.
You may not always get the resolve you wanted, but if you tried - you've done what you were supposed to and you can start healing.
No matter how good your plan is, no matter how comprehensively you've researched your body goals, professional goals, or life goals - if you're not fuelling your body correctly, you're going nowhere. Your health is your most important possession, so if you've been needing to get a handle on it (be honest now), January is the best possible time to start.
While you're out there sorting out your diet, get down to your doctors' office and get checked out for food allergies to determine if there are any kinds of food that you may have insensitivities towards. Often, undiagnosed allergies or intolerances can lead to weight gain, difficulty in weight loss, or other underlying conditions.
Unless you're a candidate for reconstructive surgery, we're all about loving the skin that you're in but there are ways that you can feel super confident about the way you look without having to go under the knife.
So, if 2022 is all about living out the best version of you, then it's time to get yourself a makeover. Treat yourself to a professional if budget allows for it, but if money is too tight to mention, head to your local mall and get a free consult with one of the makeup teams at your favorite brands' counter. Sometimes, shaking up your beauty regimen is all you need to see yourself in a new light, but also get some skincare advice while you're there.
While you're out there planning for your perfect 2022, remember to schedule reward days along the way provided you've met your goals of course. Keep the small rewards for short-term prizes and bigger rewards for achieving your quarterly goals, and then motivate one big reward to celebrate the end of 2022 in style. Think big. Our brains are wired to get really excited about the big stuff and it's the smaller rewards in the meantime that keep us focused, on track, and committed. Think of an overseas vacation, first-class flights, or a new car. If you are Maine based, lucky folks, check out Wiscasset Ford for some inspiration.
Many of us think that for rewards and goals to work hand in hand, they need to be elaborate and out of this world to be valid, and that is simply not the truth. Our brains are marvelous creations with an immense capacity to heal, celebrate and dictate the decisions that we make, and the sure-fire way to activate those receptors is to reward small to medium-term behavior so that you train your brain to think better with a greater propensity towards success. Your brain doesn't know the difference between a spa day, or a new pair of shoes.
However, you're choosing to celebrate we hope you're going to be safe, be blessed, and have the time of your lives heading into 2022, because when all is said and done - it's all about you!