Positive steps for winter months

Whilst the year is still emerging and the buzz of Christmas fades to a distant hum, taking some time to reflect this January could have a great impact on how the rest of the year unfolds for you. While early evenings are still dark and we’re all spending a little more time at home, understanding small changes you might want to make is a great way to conjure positivity and optimism. Just because 2023 is already underway doesn’t mean you haven’t got time to take stock and make positive decisions for 2023, in fact, quite the opposite.

A simple task which could help is reflecting on 2022, noting down what you did and didn’t enjoy and being conscious of how last year went for you can create clarity and from there help form the ideas to plan the next few months ahead. Being aware of the things you don’t want to repeat can help you put things in place to help realise the experiences you do want to have.

The secret to success? Make it easy, the tiniest of wins that are just within reach are far more effective than unachievable goals that leave you feeling deflated, whether it’s planning more meet-ups with friends or saving towards an exciting event, try adding the simplest of tasks to your daily to do list just so you can tick them off and see how it makes you feel.

If you’re looking for support in any goals you do want to achieve this year James Clear’s book, Atomic Habits is full of practical advice and experience which truly makes