This is just the beginning of an amazing year.
At this time of the year, I prefer to set intentions as opposed to resolutions. Why? Because often resolutions don’t last beyond the month of January and generally they are things we know we “should” do, rather than what our heart truly wants.
Now is the perfect time to think about the direction you want your life to take in 2024. What quality or virtue do you want to cultivate or manifest in your life?
Set your intentions
The idea in setting your intentions is to manifest something that you want to do. It is a call-to-action and often marks the beginning of a dream or desire. Intentions are about the longings that have been haunting us. Our intentions can have to do with things such as relationships, love, self-improvement, or career and affect our emotional, physical, or psychological selves.
“Your intention can be anything that brings your soul peace, happiness, and joy.”
In wording your intention, be sure to frame it positively. Here are some example intentions and positive affirmations that may resonate with you….
Practice mindfulness – “I am mindful”
Seek balance – “My life is balanced”
Stretch or exercise daily – “I move my body daily”
Celebrate life with joy – “I choose joy”
Relax or slow down more – “I am calm”
Learn a new skill – “I am open to new opportunities”
Increase self-awareness – “I am present”
Love yourself and others – “I am love”
Find forgiveness – “I forgive myself and others”
Make sure you share your intention with others, as this deepens your commitment and holds you accountable for your intention. It also makes it easier for you to manifest.
My intentions this year have a common theme of space.
Here’s how I would like my intention to manifest in my life:
Space for the breath,
Space in-terms of a clear mind,
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A welcoming space to teach,
Space for my own practice,
Space (time) to create,
And space to THRIVE!
Follow these steps to set your intention:
1. Find stillness and close your eyes.
2. Notice your breath, in through the nose and out through the nose.
3. Think about your heartfelt intention for 2024 and sit with it for a few moments.
4. Frame your intention in a positive way.
5. Repeat your intention frequently through out your day.
Namaste