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A Quick & Simple Mindset Practice to Kick Your Year Off for Success

A Quick & Simple Mindset Practice to Kick Your Year Off for Success

Hello, goal-getters! As we embark on a new year, it’s the perfect time to align our mindset with success. Today, I’m sharing a quick and straightforward mindset practice that will set the tone for a year of achievement and fulfillment. Get ready to supercharge your goals with the power of affirmations.

What Are Affirmations?

Affirmations are positive, present-tense statements that reflect the reality you want to create or reinforce in your life. By repeating these statements regularly, you harness the power of positive thinking to influence your subconscious mind and, subsequently, your behavior and outcomes.

The Purpose of Affirmations

1. Overcoming Negative Self-Talk:

Affirmations serve as a counterforce to the often-negative chatter that plays in our minds. They challenge and replace self-doubt, criticism, and limiting beliefs with uplifting, empowering thoughts.

2. Shaping Your Reality:

Affirmations operate on the principle that your thoughts shape your reality. By consistently focusing on positive statements, you guide your mind towards manifesting those positive outcomes in your life.

3. Building Confidence and Self-Belief:

Regular exposure to affirmations fosters a sense of confidence and self-belief. As you repeat affirmations that affirm your abilities and worth, you build a foundation of self-assurance that can withstand challenges.

4. Creating a Positive Mindset:

Affirmations contribute to cultivating a positive mindset. By rewiring your thought patterns, you naturally develop a more optimistic outlook on life, enabling you to approach challenges with resilience and creativity.

Why Affirmations Work: Rewiring Your Mind for Success

Affirmations are more than just positive statements; they are a powerful tool for rewiring your mindset. By actively challenging and changing limiting beliefs, you create a mental landscape that fosters success. Here’s why this practice is so effective:

Positive Reinforcement: Affirmations provide consistent positive reinforcement, counteracting the negativity that may arise when facing challenges.
Mindset Shift: This practice encourages a shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, where challenges are viewed as opportunities for learning and growth.
Increased Confidence: Regular exposure to positive affirmations boosts confidence and self-belief, key ingredients for achieving ambitious goals.
Visualizing Success: Affirmations help you visualize your success, making your goals more tangible and attainable.

How to Use Affirmations Effectively

1. Be Specific:

Craft affirmations that are specific to your goals or areas of improvement. Specificity enhances the effectiveness of the affirmation and provides clarity on what you’re working towards.

2. Use Present Tense:

Frame your affirmations in the present tense as if you’re already experiencing the desired outcome. This helps align your subconscious mind with the belief that these positive statements are your current reality.

3. Include Emotional Connection:

Infuse your affirmations with emotion. Connect to the feelings associated with achieving your goals. The emotional charge behind affirmations makes them more potent and memorable.

4. Consistency is Key:

Repetition is fundamental to the success of affirmations. Incorporate them into your daily routine, making them a consistent part of your morning, evening, or work rituals.

Create Affirmations for Your Goals: A Transformative Mindset Practice

Creating and using affirmations for your goals is a power and transformative practice that will help you achieve more goals this year. Here is how to create goal affirmations for the most effective and impactful results!

Step 1: Set Your Goals for the Year

Begin by defining your goals for the year. Whether they are career milestones, personal achievements, or health and wellness objectives, lay them out clearly. Having a clear vision of what you want to accomplish is the first step toward success.

Step 2: Identify Limiting Beliefs

For each goal, delve into the deeper layers of your mindset by asking yourself why you might not be able to achieve it. Uncover those sneaky limiting beliefs that lurk beneath the surface – the excuses and reasons you might use to let yourself off the hook.

Step 3: Transform Limiting Beliefs into Affirmations

Take each limiting belief and flip it on its head. Transform it into a positive affirmation that empowers and uplifts you. These affirmations should counteract the negative thoughts and create a mental environment conducive to success.

Step 4: Compile Your Affirmations

Once you’ve crafted affirmations for each goal, compile them into a comprehensive list. This list will serve as your daily dose of positivity, reminding you of your capabilities and reinforcing your commitment to achieving your goals.

Step 5: Define Your Daily Mindset Practice

Incorporate your affirmations into a daily mindset practice that suits your routine. Whether it’s part of your morning ritual, a pre-work motivation boost, or an evening reflection, make it a consistent habit. The key is to feel into the affirmations, allowing them to uplift your spirits and instill confidence in your ability to succeed.

Step 6: Feel the Affirmations

As you go through your affirmations, truly feel the positivity and power behind each statement. Visualization can be a potent tool here – imagine yourself achieving your goals, feel the excitement, and let the affirmations resonate deep within you.

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Here’s to a year of conquering limiting beliefs, embracing positive affirmations, and achieving every goal you set your sights on. Your success story starts with your mindset – make it a charmed one! 🚀✨

xoxo,

Alexis Giostra @MissTrenchcoat, Founder of Strange & Charmed

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Make 2024 the Year You Hit Your Goals

Hello My Charmed Ones!

As we stand on the cusp of a new year, the promise of fresh beginnings beckons us to set ambitious goals and strive for new heights. But how do we ensure that the enthusiasm of the new year doesn’t wane into the familiar routine of unmet resolutions? In this blog post, we’ll explore a strategic process that can transform your aspirations into tangible achievements. Let’s make 2024 the year you not only set goals but crush them with intention and precision.

1. Choose 1-5 Priorities for the Year:

Begin by identifying the core aspects of your life that matter the most—your priorities. These can be people, places, or institutions that significantly impact your overall well-being. By focusing on a manageable number of priorities, you create a foundation for meaningful and impactful goal setting.

2. Set 1-3 Goals per Priority:

For each priority, establish 1-3 specific goals. A goal, in this context, is an outcome that either establishes a new standard, changes an existing one, or maintains a critical standard in your life. Ensure your goals are clear, measurable, and aligned with the priorities you’ve identified.

3. Define Objectives for Each Goal:

While goals provide the destination, objectives chart the course. Define actionable objectives for each goal—these are the steps you’ll take to achieve your desired outcomes. Consider your strengths and interests when deciding on your action plan. The path you choose should resonate with you, even if it diverges from the conventional approach.

4. Assign Objectives Across the Months of the Year:

Recognize that success is a journey, not a sprint. Strategically assign objectives to specific months, keeping in mind that you can’t do everything at once. Be realistic and allocate no more than three objectives to a particular month. This measured approach prevents overwhelm and allows for steady progress throughout the year.

5. Use a Functional Planner to Track Your Tasks:

A functional planner becomes your ally in the journey towards goal attainment. The Charmed Life Master Planner offers dedicated monthly planning and tracking inserts designed to help you stay organized. It provides a clear roadmap for each month, week, and day, ensuring that you allocate time and effort toward making your goals a reality.

This is Your Year Goal Planning Workshops

To supercharge your goal-setting journey, consider enrolling in the “This is Your Year” Goal Planning Workshops. Tailored for both life and business goals, these workshops guide you through the process of setting your goals, breaking your goals down into objectives, and planning out your actions for the year. “You Got Goals” focuses on overall life goals, while “CEO Retreat” is designed for business goals and annual business planning. Purchase these workshops individually or as a bundled package to equip yourself with the tools and strategies needed to make 2024 your most successful year yet.

As we step into the new year, let’s not merely hope for change; let’s strategically plan for it. With a clear roadmap, actionable steps, and the right tools, 2024 can indeed be the year you hit your goals and shape the narrative of your life.

xoxo,

Founder, Strange & Charmed

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Reflections & Resolutions: A Guide to Your Annual Review

Reflections & Resolutions: A Guide to Your Annual Review

Dear Strange & Charmed community,

As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves at the crossroads of reflection and anticipation. It’s a time when we pause, look back on the journey we’ve undertaken, and prepare to embark on a new chapter. The transition from one year to another is a profound opportunity for personal growth and transformation. Today, let’s embark on a guided journey of self-discovery as we delve into our annual review.

Step 1: Reflect on Your Journey

Begin by finding a quiet space where you can sit with your thoughts undisturbed. Grab your favorite journal or notebook – this will be your sanctuary during this introspective exercise. Take a deep breath and reflect on the past year.

Journaling Prompts: What were your triumphs? What challenges did you face? What moments brought you pure joy? Write them down.

The act of acknowledging both the highs and lows of your year is the first step toward personal growth.

Step 2: Unravel the Lessons

In every experience, there are lessons waiting to be unearthed. Dive deep into your reflections.

Journaling Prompts: What have you learned about yourself, your dreams, and your relationships? What skills have you developed? How have you evolved emotionally and mentally?

Each experience, no matter how small, contributes to your personal narrative. Embrace these lessons; they are the building blocks of your future successes.

Step 3: Embrace Your Achievements

Celebrate your achievements, both big and small. Acknowledge the progress you’ve made towards your goals.

Journaling Prompts: What did you achieve this year? How will you remember this year? What special events happened that you want to remember?

Celebrate your growth, for it is a testament to your resilience and determination. Write a list of your achievements – let them serve as a reminder of your capabilities.

Step 4: Set Your Intentions

Now, shift your focus to the future.

Journaling Prompts: What do you aspire to achieve in the coming year?

Set clear, actionable intentions. These intentions can then be used during your annual goal setting process to guide which new targets you wish to set and achieve in the New Year. Your intentions, when backed by determination and commitment, have the power to shape your reality.

Step 5: Cultivate Gratitude

Gratitude is the cornerstone of contentment. Take a moment to express gratitude for the experiences, both positive and negative, that have shaped your year.

Journaling Prompts: Who and what are you grateful for from this year?

Gratitude amplifies positive emotions and fosters resilience. As you express gratitude, you invite abundance and positivity into your life.

Dear reader, your annual review is a compass, guiding you toward a future brimming with possibilities. Embrace the lessons of the past, set intentions that resonate with your soul, and cultivate gratitude for the journey you’re on. Remember, this is your narrative, and you hold the pen. May your reflections be profound, your resolutions bold, and your journey ahead be filled with joy, growth, and endless opportunities.

With heartfelt wishes,

Founder, Strange & Charmed 🍂✨

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Goal Progress | Become a Well Dressed Woman

Goal Progress | Become a Well Dressed Woman

Today, I want to take you behind the scenes and provide a progress update on one of my annual goals: becoming a well-dressed woman. Initially, I planned to share this update exclusively with my mastermind sisters, but I realized that the goal and the steps I took to achieve it could be inspiring and beneficial to a wider audience. Whether you resonate with the goal or not, this post will focus on the process of defining, breaking down, and executing a personal style transformation. So, let’s dive in!

Defining the Goal
After spending a few years in sweatpants and loungewear due to the pandemic, I desired a wardrobe that aligned with my lifestyle, was budget-friendly, and reflected my personal style. The goal I embarked upon was to rebuild my wardrobe with classic pieces of good quality that would make me feel confident and help me effortlessly put together outfits each day.

Decluttering and Making Space
The first objective was to declutter my closet and make space for the pieces that truly resonated with me. I let go of anything that no longer fit, didn’t align with my aesthetic, or remained untouched for an extended period. This step was crucial to ensure that my wardrobe only consisted of items I would use and love.

Identifying and Purchasing Classic Pieces
Next, I needed to identify the specific classic pieces I wanted to incorporate into my wardrobe. To aid this process, I revisited a book called “365 Style” by Nicky Hilton, which provided a reliable framework for building a versatile wardrobe. The framework involved identifying three main occasions we consistently dress for, selecting six staple clothing items for each occasion, and incorporating five accessories for added style.

Following this framework, I curated my wardrobe based on my three main occasions: casual workwear, date nights, and loungewear. I selected six staple pieces for each category and identified the accessories that complemented each occasion. This framework allowed flexibility and personalization, enabling me to create a wardrobe that suited my unique lifestyle and preferences.

Executing the Objectives
The objectives for this well-dressed woman goal involved decluttering my closet, defining the items I needed to purchase, and finding those pieces within a set budget. I started by decluttering my fall/winter wardrobe and invested in sweaters, dresses, and knit joggers from various brands. Additionally, I purchased a stunning pair of Chanel-inspired flats and incorporated timeless accessories to enhance my outfits.

In April, I repeated the process for my spring/summer wardrobe, focusing on linen pieces that aligned with the season. While I acquired most of the items on my list, I made a few adjustments to ensure the perfect fit and style. Ultimately, I integrated these new additions into my existing wardrobe, creating a cohesive capsule wardrobe for each season.

The Final Result
I am delighted to announce that I have successfully completed this goal within the allocated timeframe. I now have a well-organized wardrobe that brings me joy and makes getting dressed each morning a breeze. The mix-and-match nature of my classic pieces has simplified my styling process, allowing me to feel more confident and put-together. Remarkably, I achieved this transformation while staying within my budget, spending less than $1,500.

My journey towards becoming a well-dressed woman has been incredibly rewarding and enlightening. The process of decluttering, setting objectives, and curating my wardrobe has resulted in a personal style transformation that truly reflects who I am and boosts my confidence. It’s not just about the clothes; it’s about making intentional choices that allow us to present our best selves to the world. If you’re also on a path to revamp your wardrobe, I hope my story has inspired you to take the necessary steps to create a wardrobe that brings you joy and empowers you every day. Remember, your personal style is a reflection of your unique personality and aspirations, so embrace the journey and enjoy the process of building a wardrobe that makes you feel like the best version of yourself.

SET YOUR GOALS AND CRUSH THEM WITH THIS IS YOUR YEAR!

Do You Have Your Plans for 2023 made yet?

You have reviewed your progress from 2022, celebrated your wins, made peace with your shortcomings and let go of anything you don’t need to take with you into 2023.
You know what your goals are for 2023 for both your personal life and business.
You have a plan laid for what you need to do to make your goals happen and have set aside the time to complete the work.
You feel like your life is together. Like the successful, productive and organized person you know you are.

2023 IS YOUR YEAR

→ You can walk into 2023 with a well organized plan to get things done or no plan and not enough time for you to finish your to do list.

→ You can have a balanced daily routine with room for all the areas of your life or feel rushed and overwhelmed day to day pushing aside your personal goals yet again in favor of other priorities.

→ You can live life at an intentional and productive pace or deprive yourself of sleep, rest and self care to cram in every single task for the day.

Which situation would you prefer?

MAKING 2023 YOUR BEST YEAR YET IS YOUR CHOICE!

SAY YES TO YOUR GOALS

xoxo,