The first days of the new year are an ideal time for us to reflect on our past journey in the past year, plan for the things we want to change in the future, and set goals to make our wishes come true. dream. And if you’re wondering what you should do to improve your life this year, that’s when you’re ready to welcome the new year with an open mind.

So, right now, prepare a pen, a notebook and spend at least 30 minutes thinking and answering the nine questions below. Through these simple questions, you will clearly understand what you need to focus on, what decisions need to be considered to be more stable on the journey to building happiness in the new year.

1. What do you want in the year ahead?

A short slogan will be a guideline for you to realize your wishes and plans in the new year. That will also be the theme for your entire 2023. You can write your favorite slogan on paper, then stick it in easy-to-see places such as your desk, laptop, refrigerator, makeup mirror, wardrobe, etc. so you can see it every day. and motivate yourself. Here are some suggested catchphrases for you:

• More action
• Slow down, think differently, love more
• Live the moment to the fullest
• Simplify everything, life is not as complicated as you think
• Enjoy more fun

2. What does your dream life look like?

Some people describe the “dream life” as being able to do what they love without having to worry about finances. Some say that the “dream life” is when you have good physical health, a happy family and sincere friends. In general, the dream life is the life that gives you a sense of satisfaction, full of both material and spiritual values.

You can fully imagine what your dream life would look like. In that life, what sound do I hear? What scent can you smell? What scene can you see? What flavor does it taste? However, to avoid attributing the dream life to affluence, wealth, power, abundance of material possessions… you need to focus on visualizing that an actual day in your dream life will take place. How is the specification:

• Where am I?
• Who is with me?
• How am I feeling?

3. How do you want to feel this year?

A list of emotions (no more than 5 things), you wish to receive more every day in the year ahead will help you to focus on yourself as much as possible, avoid outside influences and easily control your own emotions. me. Review this list every morning and ask yourself, “ How am I going to get through these feelings today? “. Setting goals for how you want to feel about things in life can also help you change your behavior in a calmer and smarter way.

4. When do you feel happiest?

Have you ever realized that you are drifting away from life, letting life go on as it should, forgetting that you have forgotten the things that make you happy.

Maybe deep inside you are saying: “ I feel happy when I cook delicious food ”, “ I feel happy when I go for a walk with friends ”, “ I feel happy when I go for a walk with my friends. ” try a new sport ” or “ I feel happy when immersed in a good book ”… So whatever makes you happy, spend more time on those things in your life. new year.

5. Where do you want to go this year?

For many people, travel is often the last or last on the to-do list of the year, which is decided by close decision depending on the remaining budget at the end of the year, the cost of the trip and the work schedule. everyone’s busyness.

So what if we actively draw up our dream travel plans at the beginning of the new year? Undoubtedly, this will definitely give you enough time to review your schedule, budget, and easily make your “dream trip” a reality.

6. Who do you want to prioritize spending time with in your life?

Who do you want to prioritize and maintain relationships with this year? Make yourself a list of about 10 names of people around you (except family) that you want to prioritize in life.

It could be someone who imparts new knowledge to you, someone you want to spend time with, someone you want to build a relationship with in a meaningful way. Keep this priority list in a place where it’s easy to find so you can stay connected with people all year long, even with busy schedules.

7. What book would you like to read this year?

Do you like reading books? Do you enjoy sharing good stories and lessons in every book you read? Do you want to develop yourself by reading books? Make a list of the books you want to read this new year. Whether it’s 4 books, 8 books or 12 books… Whether it’s self-help, fiction, psychological, professional or fantasy… feel free to change your reading plan depending on what’s going on. own circumstances and preferences.

8. What do you want to learn this year?

Think of the most successful people in the world, or simply the successful people around you. Have you noticed that successful people all have in common that they all possess a wide range of skills and are often very good at learning something new?

Now think to yourself, if you only learn one new thing a year, in 20 years you will have 20 new skills, interests or languages. Whether you want to advance your career, find a job, change direction, or simply relax, learning something new will go a long way in improving your current life.

However, you should not hold on to too much or set too high learning goals. You only need to focus on a single area that you will study this year: languages, musical instruments, painting, photography, composition…

9. What is on your Vision Board?

The Vision Board is a method to help you express your goals in the most intuitive way, and at the same time plays a fundamental role in helping you visualize your future direction. They include inspirational quotes and images that remind you of your goals.

No matter what your goals are: slow down, start a company, be a good parent, travel more, be more creative at work, exercise every day… the vision board is always the same. An important tool in the process of achieving your goals.

To create your own vision board, you first need to have a solid understanding of your vision through the eight things listed above. Next, you need to look for more inspirational images and words to arouse emotions and motivation to achieve your goals. You can use design tools or draw your own to create a beautiful vision board. Then add pictures, quotes , inspirational quotes, life goal statements, or anything else that makes you feel happy.