Living Well with Bri

Ins and Outs for 2024-

Here are some of my ins and outs for 2024. Ins are the things I want to focus on in 2024, and outs are things I want to leave behind.

ins:

• prioritize self-care

  • stay consistent with AM and PM skincare routines

  • spf everyday

  • monthly facials

• a gallon of water a day

• spending time in nature

• saying no - protecting your peace

• daily morning walks

• reading

• documenting your life - even if you don’t want to take pictures or videos at the moment, in a few years, you’ll wish you had them

• travel

• solo dates

outs:

• impulsive purchases

• mindless scrolling

• fast fashion

• blue light after 8 pm

• always needing everything planned out

• excessive sugar

• going on your phone right when you wake up

• cursing

• comparing myself and my life to others

• taking things personally

Take the time to reflect on your 2023 and make a list of your ins and outs. This exercise really helped me realize what’s important to me and what I want to change.

1. Reflection on the Past Year:

   • What were the highlights of the past year?

   • What were the biggest challenges, and how did you overcome them?

   • What lessons did you learn in the past year?

   • What are you grateful for from the past year?

2. Goal Setting:

   • What are your main goals for the new year? Personal, professional, and/or academic.

   • What steps can you take to achieve these goals?

   • How do you envision your life at the end of the new year?

3. Self-Discovery:

   • What are your core values, and how do they align with your goals?

   • What activities or habits make you feel most fulfilled?

   • How do you want to grow and evolve as an individual in the coming year?

4. Health and Wellness:

   • What are your health and fitness goals for the new year?

   • How will you prioritize self-care and well-being?

   • Do you want to cultivate or break any habits for a healthier lifestyle?

5. Relationships:

   • Reflect on your relationships. Which ones are most important to you?

   • Are there any relationships you want to strengthen or improve?

   • How can you be a better friend, partner, or family member?

6. Mindfulness and Gratitude:

   • How can you incorporate mindfulness into your daily life?

   • What are three things you're grateful for today?

   • How can you practice gratitude regularly?

7. Creativity:

   • How do you plan to express your creativity in the new year?

   • Are there any artistic or creative projects you want to pursue?

   • How can you infuse more creativity into your daily life?

8. Overcoming Obstacles:

   • Identify potential obstacles to your goals. How can you overcome them?

   • What strategies have helped you overcome challenges in the past?

9. Bucket List:

   • Create a bucket list for the new year. What experiences do you want to have?

   • How can you make time for the things that bring you joy and fulfillment?

10. Words to Live By:

    • Choose a word or phrase that will be your guiding principle for the new year.

    • Why did you choose this word, and how do you intend to embody it?