The end of the year is always an excellent opportunity to slow down, reflect, and set the course for the New Year.

Reflection helps us get clarity and new insights. Often, that's all we need to take the right actions. But, reflection is also important to bring into awareness what's good already — something that often gets lost in our hectic daily lives.

So, why don't you set aside some time during the holidays period to reflect? You may want to use the questions below as guidance:

• How has the year been for you?
• What went well? What have you accomplished?
• What have you learned?
• What can you be grateful for?
  
  
• When you look back at how you have spent your time and energy this year, how well has this been aligned with your true life priorities?
• How clear are you actually about what your life's priorities are?
• What constitutes a meaningful and fulfilling life for you? What do you need to do to avoid regrets on your deathbed?
• And based on all this, what do you want to continue doing next year, and what do you need to do differently?
• How will you ensure you will act on this so that it does not remain just wishful thinking?

To make change stick, you may want to start each day by setting an intention that is aligned with the direction you want to take in life. Initially, you may need regular reminders, e.g., an alarm on your phone. Daily evening reflection on how your day went is also beneficial. It is also good to have a buddy or, of course, an executive coach to help you make the necessary changes.

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References:

[19:07] Documentary on human trafficking: “The Deal” (English) or “Verhängnisvolle Versprechen” (German)  by Chiara Sambuchi

[33:19] Kai Romhardt: Netzwerk Achtsame Wirtschaft,   and the Mindful Business Commitments in English

[33:46] "A Culture of Happiness" by Tho Ha Vinh

[49:05] Poem by Thich Nhat Hanh from Present Moment, Wonderful Moment:

"The day is ending and our life is one day shorter.
Let us look carefully at what we have done.
Let us practice diligently, putting our whole heart into the path of meditation.
Let us live deeply each moment and in freedom, so the time doesn't slip away meaninglessly."