Reflecting on 2024: How I BOSSed, Burnt Out, and Found Clarity
2024 was a year of bold moves, big manifestations, and hard lessons. I went after everything I wanted—EVERYTHING… AND I GOT IT. But somewhere along the way, I realized that relentless ambition comes at a cost. By the end of the year, I was exhausted, burnt out, and in desperate need of rest.
Bossing Up and Manifesting It All
2024 was a masterclass in showing up for myself. I set intentions, chased goals, and brought to life ideas that had been bouncing around in my head for years. From growing my businesses to creating meaningful connections, every moment felt like a win—until it didn’t. Success came with long nights, jam-packed schedules, and barely any time left over for myself.
Burnout: The Uninvited Guest
At first, burnout doesn’t knock loudly—it sneaks in through the back door. It’s the tired mornings, the constant brain fog, the way creativity feels like it’s slipping away. By the end of 2024, I couldn’t ignore it anymore. I had to pause, sit with myself, and admit: I can’t keep going like this. Rest wasn’t optional anymore; it was survival.
January: A Month of Reflection, Not Resolutions
This year, I’m not jumping into January with a laundry list of goals or shiny new deadlines. Instead, I’m using this month to reflect. To really reflect—not just on what I want, but on what I need. Because sometimes, in all the hustling and striving, we forget to ask ourselves the important questions:
2025
a year of
deeper reflection
softer moments
and intentional living
What do I actually need to feel fulfilled?
Who do I want to become—not just in my career, but in my everyday life?
What changes am I willing to make to protect my peace, my energy, and my joy?
Discovering What Life Is Really About
This year, I’m shifting focus. Less on achieving and more on aligning. Because life isn’t a checklist, and success isn’t just about how many goals I can cross off. It’s about showing up intentionally, building moments that matter, and living in alignment with what feels right deep in my soul.
What kind of impact do I want to leave behind?
How can I make sure my daily choices match my long-term vision?
What routines and habits truly support the life I’m trying to build?
The Changes I’m Making
Rest isn’t something you “earn” after you’ve worked yourself to the bone—it’s something you need to protect along the way. In 2025, I’m prioritizing slow mornings, quiet moments, and time to just be. I’m letting go of the need to always have a plan and learning to trust: trust the timing, trust myself, and trust the process.
Who I Want to Be in 2025
I want to be someone who listens to herself—the first time. Someone who knows when to push forward and when to pause. I want to be present in the tiny, beautiful moments that are easy to miss when life moves too fast. I want to create, not out of obligation, but because it lights me up inside.
Closing Thoughts
2024 showed me that ambition is powerful, but balance is essential. As I step into 2025, I’m not chasing goals—I’m chasing alignment, peace, and clarity. January is my month to slow down, ask the hard questions, and set the tone for the rest of the year.
Here’s to a year of deeper reflection, softer moments, and intentional living.
