Five years ago, I started a tradition of applying a theme to my year. I felt that every time I set goals or New Years’ resolutions I would get overwhelmed and this anxiety would usually end up with me not accomplishing any of my goals. Through the themes I was able to breathe and simply say “that is not my focus this year.” I recently also started journaling a weekly reflection on something good that happened and at the end of the year analyzing what major threads/categories emerged and reflected if they spoke to my established theme. I find this practice incredibly helpful in keeping focus and inspiration as I move about my year. I share these as offerings to spark creativity in your own journey.