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YEAR YET by TARA MENDANHA
If you’re tired of setting the same lofty goals each year— and falling short each time—then give these alternatives a try. They’re more manageable and way more fun!
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Pick a word or phrase for the year to be your guiding light through every little thing you do and moment you experience in 2022. Let it be one you can apply to all areas of your life—relationships, work, hobbies, health, spirituality, etc. You can pick words like “simplicity,” “breathe,” or “joy.” Last year, I chose the phrase “done is better than perfect” as a mantra to do everything—from cleaning the kitchen to creative projects. Don’t forget to plaster that word/ phrase all over your house as a daily reminder.
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Make a vision or inspiration board. Put photos of all the things you’d like for yourself this year or a set of inspirational quotes you like
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or images you find calming. It doesn’t have to be some intense manifestation exercise, just a gentle reminder of what will bring you peace and joy.
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Make a bucket list of all the fun things you want to do in 2022. It could be as simple as visiting a farmers’ market you’ve never been to or as complicated as riding a horse. (Is riding a horse complicated? It might have to go on my own bucket list!) You could even check out our online calendar for fun, recurring events at stylemg.com/ calendar.
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Start a challenge. It could be a 30-day yoga challenge at a local studio, a 52-week
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"Make a vision or inspiration board" photo ©Smallhappypanda - stock.adobe.com. "Bucket List" photo ©9dreamstudio - stock.adobe.com. "Yoga photo" ©Africa Studio - stock.adobe.com.
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