The end of 2021 is near. Yes, we are still facing this pandemic and dealing with a lot of stress over daily life. But somehow this year has actually turned out to be one of the best. Sam and I got married, we started some house projects, planned a honeymoon, and spent a lot of time with family and friends. Plus, I started a career that I am loving and finally launched this blog, something I’ve been thinking about doing for a while.
Lots of lessons were learned in 2021. Some easy, some hard, and others still a work in progress. Here are just 5 of the lessons I’ve learned in 2021.
Mental and physical health are important.
My mental and physical health are equally important (P.S. so is yours). I can workout 5 days a week and be in great shape. However, if I’m mentally struggling or stressed, I’m out of sync. The opposite of this is true too. If I’m mentally taking care of myself but haven’t moved my body all week, I’m again, out of sync. My mental and physical health need to be my number one priority.
Don’t waste your energy.
I’ve learned some things just aren’t worth it. It’s that plain and simple yet somehow it took me 26 years to figure out. I refuse to waste my energy on things such as silly disagreements and happenings out of my control.
When plans don’t work out, make the best of what you have.
This year has continued to look different for everyone because of Covid. For many people, their futures changed forever with this pandemic. For me, I learned how to deal with things not necessarily going my way and finding the good. My family didn’t get to have our family reunion, I wasn’t able to attend a funeral for a loved one, or go to a friend’s wedding. But, I did get to get married, spend many date nights at home with a glass of wine, and spend more time than ever with my family. I learned to adjust my expectations and enjoy the things right in front of me daily.
You can’t make everyone happy.
Something again so straight forward but took me 26 years to start figuring out. 2021 taught me that you will fail if you try to please everyone. I am a people pleaser, well I use to be, still working on this. I used to want everyone to be happy and to be happy with me. THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE PEOPLE! If you have found a way to please everyone, including yourself, let me know.
Goals are important
This year I really started to set goals for myself both personally and professionally. This has helped me identify what motivates me daily and has given me the push I didn’t know I needed. I write down my goals and share them with Sam to help keep me accountable. My goals this year were small, like reading a book a month to working on growing my savings account. Already have big goals to start 2022. My advice: get an accountability partner, your spouse, a friend, or family member and set goals.
What are some things 2021 has taught you? Tell me below. Here’s to 2022!
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