One Step at a Time: Making Space for Your Goals This January
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Here’s the truth: transformation isn’t a race, and progress doesn’t have to start with a bang. Instead of forcing a dozen changes on yourself, let this month be about slowing down, reflecting, and laying the groundwork for what comes next.
It’s okay to:
Take January to think and feel your way through what you actually want.
Start small—like really small. One goal. One shift. One step.
Ignore the pressure to hustle immediately.
Affirmations for an Intentional January
I give myself permission to take my time.
My goals are worth the space and thought I give them.
Starting small is still starting.
I trust myself to make the best decisions for my current season.
This month, try this approach:
Reflect: Sit with your journal or in quiet meditation and ask: What felt good last year? What didn’t?
Assess: What do you truly need or want to focus on?
Plan: Choose one small, actionable goal. This can be as simple as reading one book, drinking more water, or creating boundaries around your time.
Take Your Time: No rushing. No guilt. Just steady, thoughtful progress.
TBR Recommendation:
If you’re looking for inspiration, add Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey to your list. Written by the founder of The Nap Ministry, this book challenges hustle culture and encourages rest and reflection as acts of self-care and revolution. It’s the perfect read for a slower, more intentional January.
This year, let’s leave the frenzy behind and start from a place of ease. What’s one small goal you’ll focus on this month? Share it below in a comment—I’d love to cheer you on!