After a year like 2020, I struggle to justify the need for a calendar, planner, or a grand list of Big Goals. Despite the uncertainty that 2020 brought, I reflect to recognize that 2020 was a year of significant change – for my family and for me, professionally. I learned an enormous amount about myself, gained professional knowledge on the fly, and embraced a more relaxed lifestyle than I have in many, many years. With 2021 right around the corner, I am at a crossroads of decisions: What stays in 2020? What new practices from 2020 will join me in 2021?
01: Get 6 – 7 Hours of Sleep Each Night
As I get older, I am shifting from a night owl to a morning person – if, and only if, I get the right amount of sleep! I also find that my most productive time of the day is the morning. I love to workout in the mornings, too. So, my goal is to hit the hay earlier so that I can maximize my physical and mental productivity every morning!
02: Learn Calligraphy
I have had a calligraphy set for over two years, and I have made no progress in this area. This is the year to set aside time for myself to learn a new skill. Who knows? Maybe I’ll become good at this?
03: Purge 1000 items
In 2020, I removed an enormous amount of STUFF from my house. Clothes, stuffed animals, holiday decor, magazines. You name it, and I had held on to it for no apparent reason. In fact, I even apologized to my husband for packing some items up and moving them into our new home. No more! This year, I tackle the cluttered sunroom and attic! Can I purge 1000 items again? I’m going to try!
04: Organize the Attic
Once the weather warms up a bit, I hope to finish this task that we started in Fall 2020.
05: Read 100 Books, including ALL of the DBC books.
I love to read, and I tend to oscillate between deep nonfiction reads that focus on education, business growth, or personal growth and entertaining fiction. I’m setting this goal again this year… so please, share your most favorite reads!
In Progress
(1) Radical Candor | Scott {Professional Growth}
I am intentionally taking my Professional growth books slowly so I can savor, learn, and integrate these reads into my life. I hope to blog about my books as I enjoy them!
06: Try 52 New Recipes
Start sharing your favorite recipes so I can try them out!
07: Get in Shape
This one is a BIG one, and it the one that I am the most committing to completing. The Apple Watch and I are going to become really close buddies this year as I vow to move for at least 30 minutes every day. Every. Single Day. I am giving myself the flexibility to allow this one to evolve as the year progresses, so stay tuned to see what this looks like. Who says you can’t be fit in your 40s?
08: #OneMonthGoals with Michael Matera
Two years ago, I joined Michael Matera on his #OneMonthGoals journey. I ran every single day for a month – and it was glorious. This year, I am committed to selecting (and sticking with) one new goal each month, which I will document here.
January 2020: Run daily.
09: Write/Send 52 notes/cards
Who doesn’t love receiving a handwritten note? I am really looking forward to this goal!
10: Maintain a weekly blog
Despite not meeting my blogging goal last year, I’m jumping back into the saddle for 2021. I’d love for you to share which topics you’d like to read more about!
11: Simplify my life
The slower pace of life during CV19 has allowed me to truly enjoy life. This year, I hope to weave some of these lifestyle changes into the new me. I do not know what this looks like, so check back often to see how this evolves!
12: Organize my mother’s photographs
I have inherited thousands of photographs that belonged to my late mother. Knowing that both my sister and I wish to have access, I plan to organize and save in a labeled, digital library. Maybe I’ll even create a bound book of photographs or recipes when I am done!
Secret Goals!
- Secret Goal #1
- Secret Goal #2
- Secret Goal #3
- Secret Goal #4
What are your goals for 2021?
Live my #WOTY2021 … Invest
Cheers, Holly