Got Achievements? Take Time to Appreciate Them!

How Are You Acknowledging Your Achievements?

It is now the beginning of a new year. Many people view the beginning of a new year as a time to reflect upon what they have done during the past year and/or to set some new goals.

I have typically not viewed the new year in this manner because I have tended to view myself as a “work in progress” be it personally or professionally. However, now that I am thinking about it, there may be some inherent benefits to us all sitting down and taking the time to review the events that have occurred in our lives in the past year(s).

We all take the time to comment (or complain) about the difficult things going on in our lives. Taking stock at the beginning of a new year gives you the opportunity to recognize the good things going on in your life.

For example, I am currently studying to be a social worker. My husband has been most supportive of my new endeavors and our children have each been blooming and developing in their own respective ways. While we, as a family, have gone through a lot, we have also stood by each other and become closer to one another. We are also blessed to have a couple of close friends who have stood by us through thick and thin.

I am also most appreciative of all you who read my blog and the friends I have through social media. In sum, I have made some nice strides career-wise and have much to be grateful for.

So often we get lost in the hustle and bustle of everyday life that we may forget to stop and see the beauty around us…

Taking the time to reflect on the past provides you with an opportunity to acknowledge what you have and what you have achieved before setting new objectives to work on. It is also likely to encourage and motivate you further along your path!

What are your thoughts about this idea of giving yourself a “pat on the back?” Do you remember to acknowledge how far you have come before setting up your new “to do” list? 

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