Hopeful for the New Year? Here’s How to Act on Your Aspirations

How to have more stability, connection, and vitality in 2021 regardless of what happens around you.

I typically look forward to the start of a new year. I love the sense of renewal. And after the holidays, I’m refreshed from the break and eager to plunge back into a routine.

Facing this upcoming year feels a bit different. <insert nervous laugh> I’m not sure what to expect and I feel a little gun shy about making goals and plans. Based on what I’m hearing from others, I know I’m not the only one who is hoping for better things in 2021, but not quite sure what that looks like… One thing does seem sure, however: Almost everyone wants a little more stability, connection, and vitality in their lives. Due to the pandemic, 2020 created a weird and unpleasant mix of upheaval and monotony, plus heaps of isolation. It’s taken a toll on our mental health. The number of people looking for help with anxiety and depression skyrocketed this year — up 93% in the first nine months of 2020 compared to all of 2019.

The pandemic isn’t over and here in the northern hemisphere we’re facing the darkest and dreariest part of the year. Lovely!! So, what to do? Here are some helpful habits and simple communication tips that will lead to greater stability, connection, and vitality in your life. You’ll gradually…