20 things I'd like to remember

notes and reminders to self for 2025

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Whether you’ve been a paid subscriber from the start or you’ve just joined us, I just wanted to say the biggest thank you! I feel incredibly grateful to be going into the new year with over 100 of you here - and I’m thrilled to be able to continue with this as we head into 2025.

Anyway, onto the first 20 things that came to mind when I looked back at the year and thought of what I’d want to bring with me into the new one. These are the little notes to self, things big and small, that I’d like to keep close and remember…

1. You’ll never feel 100% ready for change, you really do have to feel the fear and have the courage to take a step forward - and this applies to more than you think

2. Prioritise what you eat. A brekky high in protein is a wellness tip that’s actually serving you pretty well

3. Practice Yoga Nidra, even on the days you feel great

4. Keep buying less but better and choose second hand, it’s way more fulfilling

5. In those moments you don’t feel good enough or low, check-in with what the little version of you needs, then share the feeling with others or write about it

6. When you love someone, or a compliment comes into your head, tell them

7. Going abroad doesn’t always mean a better holiday, there’s so many parts of the UK that are gorgeous and worth exploring

8. You don’t need to be perfect, but be honest

9. Keeping a physical vision board you see often makes you feel good, keep it up

10. Progress doesn’t have to be quick, it can be slow and take years

11. Do the admin and not-so-fun work tasks that you want to put at the bottom if your list first, it’s never has bad as your mind makes it seem

12. When you spend money and invest in yourself, it comes back to you in other ways. Don’t let fear get in the way of buying things, you’re worthy of it

13. You never regret going out for a walk, even when it’s pouring with rain

14. Keep your email inbox empty and archive all WhatsApp messages you’ve replied to, your nervous system feels calmer for it

15. You won’t always feel creative, and that’s ok! Don’t force it, it’s part of the process

16. Deleting social media off your phone for the weekend is always a good idea

17. Not everything you buy has to be practical or good value

18. Wear more colour, you feel good for it!

19. Don’t take everything personally, it’s less about you and more about them

20. Dream bigger than you have been, allow yourself to have goals and things you’d like to achieve with no idea on how you’re going to get there, but trusting that you deserve it

This year has been very much about getting my life back on track, getting the ol’ ducks in a row and seeking more joy! After finishing EMDR therapy back in April, and falling pregnant in July I feel like these shifts have allowed me to be more present than ever. I don’t typically use the calendar year as a huge marker (I like to gently cross into the New Year without heavy expectations for the rest of winter), but, it feels rewarding to look back and see how much can change in just 12 months.

So, with that, I’d love to hear your wisdom in the comments…

What’s something, or things you’d like to remember as we head into 2025?

Wishing you a gorgeous, happy new year,

Jodie x

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