My year in review - 2022

Writing my final post of the year is always a special milestone for me. It symbolizes that we have made it through another year. Over the past years, I have made the practice of reflection and gratitude a part of my routine. I enjoy taking the year's final weeks off to reflect, rest and reset. Let's wrap up this year together!
 
In this blog post, I will share my highlights, the lessons I learned throughout this year, and my hopes for 2023. Check out my other "Her Plan" for tips and resources to help you plan and accomplish your goals.  
 
Questions for your reflection
As we wrap up a very eventful year, I invite you to reflect on how things went.

• Highlights: what are the good or exciting things you experienced this year?
• Lowlights: what things went differently than you planned or impacted your life negatively?
• Lesson's learned: What lessons did you learn from the highlights and lowlights you experienced?
• Memories: What moments made you smile or cry tears of joy this year?
• Hopes for 2023: What are you looking forward to in 2023?

 
MC's Journey: Reflecting on 2022 and hoping for 2023
At the beginning of this year, I identified my theme: to "be brave to take on great things and take care of myself.” As I reflect on how 2022 was for me, there have been many highlights and some lowlights that taught me valuable lessons.
 
My Highlights 
When I set my goals, I had yet to learn how my year would go. I am very grateful for every good thing that has happened in my life. My top three highlights in 2022 are:

• Watching our son grow and develop: I have become even more aware of how magical it is to watch a little human grow. Seeing our son talk more and show his passion for music is a gift
• Spending time with family: We got to spend some quality time as a family and also see our extended family, whom we had not seen in four years.
• Thriving professionally: This year, I have had the opportunity to lead a team, work on fun programs, and also got promoted. It has been one of the best years in my career

 
Lessons I learned from my lowlights
Reflecting on this year with a growth mindset has helped me see all the lessons I learned from my lowlights and highlights. The top three lessons I learned this year are:

• Be open to adapting your goals: as the year progressed, I realized that I had to de-prioritize some of my goals in order to excel in others. It was a huge learning curve for me because until now, I was able to do everything I planned to do  
• Believe in yourself and be brave: There are times when you will need to prove to yourself and others that you can complete a huge task. This year, I learned that if I believe in myself and take bold steps, I can do great things
• Enjoy the big and small things: I was going and going on my quest to accomplish my big goals. It felt like time was going by too quickly; I had a lot on my plate and was behind. I caught myself sometimes needing a reminder that my life was good, and everything was going to be ok

 
My hopes for 2023
As I dream and plan for next year, I am very excited about what the year will bring. I look forward to better caring for myself, creating new memories with my family, and connecting with great people. The lessons I learned in 2022 will guide me as I explore a new chapter on my journey.
 
Final Thoughts - Thank you!!!
I want to wrap up the year with an appreciation for your support throughout this year. Thank you for reading my blog posts, sharing your stories, encouraging me, and being a part of my journey in 2022.
I'll see you in 2023. My first post will be on January 10!
Take care of yourselves and enjoy life!