Last week we started looking at a year end reflection process based on the book, Today Matters, by John C. Maxwell. The book examines twelve areas of life that can be used to allow you to make every day count towards your success.
This week let’s finish the review and learn about the last six areas of focus.
Finances: Finance issues are a great source of stress for many. O. Donald Olson has said, “The average American is busy buying things he doesn’t want with money he doesn’t have to impress people he doesn’t like.” Money won’t make you happy, but money gives you options. What financial issues created stressful situations for you in 2011? What are your financial goals for 2012?
Faith: Your faith can provide you values which you can embrace. Is your strength stronger now than it was last year? What can you do to explore and deepen your faith in 2012?
Relationships: Life’s greatest experiences involve other people. Enjoyment from life comes from interactions and relationships with others. Reflect on the past year. Have you given time to your most important relationships? Are you carrying around emotional baggage that is weighing you down? What goal do you have in regards to relationships in 2012?
Generosity: Giving has nothing to do with your level of income. There are many ways to give. Being generous will turn your focus outward. It adds value to others, and giving is always returned in some form at some time. How generous were you in 2011? What is your goal for giving in 2012?
Values: Your values are important because they are the underlying current that provides you direction. Too many people lose touch with their values and end up heading down the wrong path. Do you have a list of the values you hold dear? How have you lived those values in 2011? What is your goal to reflect your values in your actions in 2012?
Growth: Most people never become who they want to be. Everyone has the potential to grow. Growth is not automatic. Growth is not based solely on gaining information. Growth is not only about experience. Growth happens through intentional planning and action. Did you meet your growth goals in 2011? What is your goal for 2012? How can you stretch yourself to reach a higher capability?
For me, 2011 was mixed. Some of my goals were achieved. In some areas I made great progress, but in other areas I did not have make my planned impact. But without reflection or goals, 2011 would not have been the great year it was. Overall, my 2011 was a great year. My 2012 will be even better.
Set your plan now to complete your reflection on 2011. Challenge yourself to set goals that will allow you to become the person you want to become.
Great Article…. Thank you!