Happy New Year! 🎉
I trust this message finds you well. I'll keep it brief, but I wanted to share some reflections on the past year and offer a glimpse into what's ahead.
As mentioned in last week's email, the last six months have been transformative for me, and I trust you've also experienced many changes. One thing that I do know for sure is that change is inevitable. In a world where social media often showcases only the highlights, it's essential to be truthful about life's challenges.
This year has been a rollercoaster. At one point, I felt mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausted. In both my business and personal life, I found myself following others' advice without considering my own priorities. The way my energy is set up I had to take a step back. I had to reassess to make sure that everything I commit to is either a "HELL YES" aligned with my values or it’s a “No”!
Life is full of yin/yang ☯️ moments, where the pendulum swings and always returns, so on another positive note, I've did get to cherish extra time with family which is extremely important and express deep gratitude to you for being here.
Looking ahead to 2024, I'm excited to streamline my efforts, offering more 1:1 coaching sessions to better connect with you on a deeper level and help guide you in creating balance, well-being, and transformative personal growth. Consider booking a session when I post the link. This is your year to elevate your well-being, heal your heart, and connect to your soul purpose. Also, I've created a blog, and this is one of many posts that will be shared. Stay tuned for where to go to see more.
Reflecting on the past year, I phased out manifestation candles, realizing that deep, true, lasting transformation requires more than surface-level tools. These tools are amazing, but if you don’t have them or can't access them, then what? You still have the power. All the power is within you; it just needs to be cultivated and increased. This realization led to the creation of my self-care planner, another tool I'm using to go deeper this year.
I've been doing this work since opening my wellness office in NYC in 2015, and my love is in doing 1:1 sessions and teaching. That's what I'll be doing more of in 2024.
Now, let's dive into my top lessons of 2024:
Lesson #1: Gratitude is everything
Gratitude has been a guiding light for me this year. Even though I dealt with challenges, creating positivity and resilience helped me stay grounded. I encourage you to embrace gratitude as a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
Oprah said, “Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.”
Lesson #2: Implement Over Knowledge
It's not just about acquiring knowledge; it's about implementing it. The past few years, I invested so much in learning all the things, and no matter what you know, action is key. This lesson has impacted my approach to both business and personal development.
Lesson #3: Self-Care is Magical
Prioritizing self-care is transformative. You can’t have constant action without taking the time to pour back into yourself. This lesson has allowed me to find balance and avoid the extremes of overworking and burnout.
In the past month, wherever you look, the focus is on goals. Yet, before reaching your goals, clearing potential obstacles is essential. It's similar to tending a garden; you must consistently remove weeds, even if it's just a refreshing cleanup.
Now, let's talk about goal blockers. As you work towards your major goals, anticipate and look at these common challenges:
1. Fear of Failure: Face this block head-on by embracing risks and viewing failure as a stepping stone to success.
2. Perfectionism: Break free from the paralysis of perfectionism by taking imperfect action and learning along the way.
3. Self-Doubt: Boost confidence by acknowledging achievements and seeking support when needed.
These are dream killers, but doing the inner work necessary helps to move them out of the way. You are worth it.
As we begin 2024, consider these practices (and I will share more each time we connect, whether through a session, classes, or everything else that I put out):
- Reflect on the past year
- Set intentions for the upcoming year
- Cleanse your space
- Grab a sheet of paper and outline your 10-year goal. Break it down into tasks for year five, followed by what needs attention in the current year. Once you identify the steps for this year, further break them into four quarters (90 days), outlining actions for each month, week, and each day. While this exercise takes time, remember that this year isn't about bells and whistles. Real work is required to become the best version of yourself.
- Practice gratitude
- Release negative energy
- Practice forgiveness
- Connect with nature
- Engage in creative expression
- Honor your spiritual practice
I want to express my gratitude for your continued support. I've faced and overcome so much on my journey, and I am here to share that. I hope these insights save you time, heartache and so much more. Here's to a fantastic 2024 filled with growth, joy, and abundance! Connect soon!
All the best,
🖤 Dr. Beauty | 
