12/17/2025
The Art of Reflection
As the year winds down, there’s an invitation many of us rush past:
a pause.
Not to judge or rush to conclusions—but to sit gently with what was.
Reflection doesn’t have to feel heavy or analytical. It can be grounding, calming, even comforting. Here’s a softer way to look back and move forward with intention.
1️⃣ Start by settling your body
Before thinking, slow down. Light a candle. Make tea. Put your feet on the floor. Take a few deep breaths. When your body feels safe, your thoughts soften too.
2️⃣ Ask a few honest questions
You don’t need a long list—just a quiet check-in.
• What gave me energy this year?
• What drained me more than I expected?
• What surprised me?
Write it down, voice-note it, or simply sit with it.
3️⃣ Look for patterns, not perfection
Your year isn’t defined by one moment. Notice themes.
When did you feel most like yourself?
When did you feel rushed or disconnected?
Sometimes scrolling through photos or calendars reveals more than memory alone.
4️⃣ Honor the quiet wins
Not all growth is loud.
Maybe you set better boundaries.
Handled hard moments with more grace.
Asked for help when you used to carry it alone.
These wins count. Write them down.
5️⃣ Revisit what didn’t work—gently
No self-punishment here. Just curiosity.
What didn’t go as planned?
What did it teach you about your needs or limits?
What would you offer yourself next time—more rest, more honesty, more space?
6️⃣ Turn reflection into intention
Instead of rigid resolutions, try anchors:
What do I want more of?
What am I ready to release?
Let intention guide you, not pressure.
7️⃣ Make reflection a rhythm
A few journal lines each week.
A quiet walk at month’s end.
A yearly pause like this one.
Reflection is a relationship—with yourself.
✨ Final thought:
This year didn’t ask you to be perfect.
It asked you to be present.
So take an hour. Sit with yourself. Breathe.
You’ve lived a lot—and you’re carrying wisdom forward
Would you like the pdf work book? Type reflection in the comments and I’ll send you our free printable work book so you can take it with you during your intentional reflection.
