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Focusing on Your Goals Amid the Festivities

 



How to Stay Aligned with Your Dreams During the Holidays

As the holiday season unfolds, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle, but it’s also the perfect time to realign with your personal goals. For Black women, balancing joy and ambition during this busy period is both a challenge and an opportunity.

Strength: Reflecting on Your Journey
The end of the year is a natural time for reflection. Take stock of your achievements and lessons learned. Studies show that regularly revisiting goals enhances motivation and increases the likelihood of success (Locke & Latham, 2020). Write down your accomplishments, no matter how small, and celebrate the resilience that brought you to this point.

Resilience: Keeping the Focus Amid Distractions
It’s tempting to put personal goals on hold during the holidays, but even small steps forward can keep your momentum alive. Break your goals into manageable actions and weave them into your daily routine. Research suggests that micro-habits are highly effective in maintaining progress, especially during busy times (Fogg, 2019).

Sparkle: Sharing Your Vision
Your goals shine brighter when shared. Discuss your aspirations with trusted friends, mentors, or loved ones who can offer support and encouragement. Engaging your network not only provides accountability but also creates a ripple effect of inspiration.


Ready to set the stage for your best year yet? Subscribe to the NACR3 platform at nacr3.org or follow us at medium.com/nacr3 for tools and inspiration. Explore Grace Under Pressure: A Southern Belle’s Guide to Embracing Resilience on Kindle or Amazon Prime to deepen your resilience journey.


Dr. ReRe


References

  • Fogg, B. (2019). Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
  • Locke, E. A., & Latham, G. P. (2020). Goal setting theory: Research and applications. Psychology Press.

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