As we enter September, are you mourning the end of summer or
welcoming the opportunity for new beginnings?
September signals the return to school and the end of summer for many. Does that bring up feelings of melancholy or euphoria for you?
Gretchen Rubin refers to September as “the other January” where we have the opportunity to restart the year with a clean slate. This notion resonates with me, with September serving as a reminder to check in with my goals for the year: Am I on track to meet my business and health goals? If not, what do I need to do to set myself up for success? If I am on track to meet my goals, how will I keep myself moving in the right direction?
- Go back to my why.
- Confirm that I’ve got measurable goals.
- Review goals to ensure that they’re attainable goals.
- Re-assess and adjust goals.
- Recommit to goals and go all in.
- Make lifestyle changes that support my goals.
- Find an accountability partner.
While we equate returning to school with the end of summer, the first day of fall isn’t until September 22. September is a great time to reflect on the aspects of my life I’m grateful for, and those things that I need to shake up a bit. I’ll go to the beach early in the morning or late in the afternoon with a notebook (and a blanket) to spend time writing a gratitude list. This helps me appreciate how fortunate I am and reminds me that we live in a world of abundance. It also spurs me on to lend a hand to those in need.
Welcome September and Your Wild New Beginnings!
