Welcome to 2025!

Happy New Year!

I hope it’s not too late to wish you this. It’s January 8th, but this is my first post of the year, so that’s why. I hope the new year has been good for you, and even if it hasn’t, remember you still have 357 days to make it better.

Are you ready for 2025?

2024 is behind us, along with its pain and unfulfilled goals. If you believe that sentence, you might not be ready for this year. The past is always with us and significantly influences the present, even though we are often told to focus on the moment. I’m not asking you to dwell on the past, but I encourage you to learn from your mistakes and losses as you move forward.

Is there something you didn’t get to do in 2024 that you still want to accomplish in 2025? Well, you can get it this year. You have all the power to make 2025 a different year for you. You have the power to make it special, and you have the power to make it great, but if you don’t put in the work, the months will pass by, and you’ll have nothing to show at the end of the year.

Check out some of my previous posts for the new year below;

I set goals yearly and keep myself accountable by breaking them into monthly achievable goals. That’s me putting in the work. You can read my goal-setting guidelines if you need some help with that. I recently reviewed my 2024 goals and carried over the ones I still want accomplished for 2025. This doesn’t mean I didn’t create new goals for this year; I did because the cycle continues. I’m very proud of my accomplishments for 2024 and I believe I will only do better in 2025.

As we journey through 2025, remember that every new year offers a blank canvas ripe with possibilities and opportunities for growth. Embrace the challenges that come your way and view them as stepping stones toward your dreams. Don’t be afraid to revisit your goals regularly; sometimes, what we want or need can change as we learn and grow.

Surround yourself with positive influences, seek support from friends or communities that share your vision, and stay committed to your journey. Celebrate each small victory along the way, building momentum and motivating you.

Above all, be kind to yourself. Progress is rarely linear, and setbacks are inevitable. Learn from them, adjust your strategies, and keep moving forward.

Let 2025 be the year that you not only set goals but actively pursue them with passion and dedication. You’ve got this! Here’s to making this year remarkable—let’s crush those goals together!

Have a fantastic year ahead!

Mariam Shittu