Erin Miller - 2021 Year in review, 2022 Intentions

INTENTION IS MORE THAN WISHFUL THINKING, IT’S WILFUL DIRECTION

JENNIFER WILLIAMSON

Whether you came into the year thinking it was going to be better than last year (and for some it really was) and then for others it sucked lemons-let's face it; the last 2 years have been a jam packed with twists and turns that few saw coming!

THANK-YOU AND NO THANK-YOU (ALL AT THE SAME TIME)

Either way it’s unarguably another year that's been filled with many lessons to learn and unlearn.

Revisiting the past before embarking on the future can make it easier for us to see our current self with clarity. Reviewing the year that was is a great tool to take inventory on all the lessons, learnings, and amazing accomplishments (big or small) that are to be honoured and celebrated.

Reflecting on the year that was, isn't about beating yourself up but rather about acknowledging how far you have come and creating awareness around where you desire to head in the year ahead.

Remember our past is the greatest prediction of our future and we get to create it!!

REFLECT

With the 2021 year in mind, it's time to get your favourite pen and journal, set up your space in a really beautiful nourishing way and let your mind run free by considering these prompts.

• What made 2021 unforgettable? • What did you enjoy most this year? • Who or what is one thing you are grateful for? • What has been your biggest win for 2021? • What did you read, watch, or listen to that impacted you in some way? • What did you worry about the most and how did it turn out in the end? • What was your biggest regret and why? • What one thing you changed about yourself this year? • What surprised you the most this year? • What advice would you give your past self? • Name 3 words to describe yourself in 2021?

CELEBRATE

Once you have done this activity-look back on the year that was and celebrate all the lessons you have learnt. Soak it in and how far you have come!

We often forget to actually pause, reflect, honour and celebrate just how far we have come and all that we have achieved.

REALLY TAKE A MOMENT TO CELEBRATE AND ACKNOWLEDGE YOU.

GROW

Finding time to be still and to reflect on what we want for our lives can seem tedious and yet another thing to add to our already busy schedules. However, if we are not clear and aware of what we desire for our life it's impossible to have direction. You can end up anywhere, nowhere or repeating the pattern you always have!

Not knowing what we want for ourselves, can often mean we say "Yes" when we really want to be saying "No". And let's face it that usually doesn't work out well for anyone involved does it!? So, to begin with take a deep breath in and out and take a few moments to connect with your souls’ desires...

• What is your word or mantra for 2022? • What energy do you wish to bring into 2022? • How do you want 2022 to feel?

Everything you need to create the life that you desire and dream of is already within you. The very fact you have desires means they are meant for you simply because you desire them (just for the record-not everyone has dreams and desires-so you are extraordinary!)

Breaking free from manipulation, breaking free from fear, and breaking free from the status quo is not for the faint hearted-but it is who you are designed to BE as a CREATOR of your own destiny!

THE UNIVERSE IS YOUR CREATIVE PARTNER. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO BE INTENTIONAL AND COMMITTED TO YOUR OUTCOME-IT WILL HAPPEN FOR YOU.

The details may appear different from what you had imagined, but the truth remains-if you ask for something and are committed to going through the process required to have that come to life, it will happen!

When I started writing for the magazine in 2015, I would never have foreseen it lasting 6 years and 27 articles later! As this will be my last article, I wish to extend heartfelt appreciation to Doug, the whole Gippsland Lifestyle Team, and of course you the Readers. It has been an honour and pleasure to share my voice with you all. Happy creating for the 2022 year! Erin

Erin Miller is a NLP life coach, mentor, writer and proud mama to 3 very active young boys.

Her previous career roles have been quite diverse and she has a background in hospitality/travel, disability/mental health and business management.

Trained in a variety of modalities including NLP, Life Coaching and as a Soul Modes Mentor, she has had the privilege to work with clients all around Australia and also runs empowerment workshops, retreats and group events.

For further information please call 0418 328 441 or visit my website www.erinmiller.com.au or follow me on Facebook and Instagram.

Do you have a question or a topic you would like Erin to write about? Send her an email at erin@erinmiller.com.au