My Favorite New Years Habit: A Year Compass

In this episode, Ross discusses the importance of New Year’s resolutions and introduces the YearCompass as a useful tool for designing an ideal life. He breaks down some of the questions from the Year Compass and encourages listeners to incorporate them into their own end-of-year reflection ritual.

As the new year approaches, take the time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the future using the YearCompass. By answering thought-provoking questions and embracing the reflective process, you can gain a clearer understanding of your accomplishments, challenges, and aspirations. Remember to dream big and create a personal wish that drives your actions in the year ahead. Let this be the year you design your ideal life through self-reflection and meaningful resolutions.

Discussion Breakdown:

1. Introduction
– Ross discusses the value of New Year’s resolutions and the YearCompass tool.

2. Using the Year Compass
– Ross emphasizes the need for an open mind, pen/pencil, and honesty in using the YearCompass.
– Provides an overview of the questions and topics covered in the YearCompass.

3. Reflections on the past year
– Lists the three greatest accomplishments from the previous year.
– Discusses the actions taken and the individuals who helped achieve those accomplishments.
– Reflects on the three biggest challenges faced and what was learned through overcoming them.

4. Dreaming big for the year ahead
– The YearCompass encourages readers to dare to dream big for the upcoming year.
– Describes the concept of “magical triplets” and encourages listeners to describe things in sets of three.
– Explores more interesting reflections beyond traditional vision or wishes.

5. Secret wish for the next year
– Encourages listeners to create a secret wish for themselves for the next year.
– Emphasizes the importance of putting a date on the wish.

Key Takeaways:

– New Year’s resolutions are a positive way to start the year.
– The YearCompass is a helpful tool for designing one’s ideal life.
– Reflection on past accomplishments and challenges can provide valuable insights and personal growth.
– Dreaming big and setting goals in sets of three can be a powerful exercise.
– Creating a secret wish with a specific date can be a motivating and actionable goal-setting strategy.

Resources Mentioned:

– YearCompass

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