How to Reflect on the Year and Set Goals for 2025

As we step into a brand-new year, there’s something magical about the blank canvas of possibilities ahead. But before we dive into planning and dreaming, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the year that’s just passed. Why? Because every challenge, success, and unexpected twist holds valuable lessons that can shape our future.

So, grab a warm drink, a notebook, and let’s dive into how you can reflect on 2025 and set yourself up for an incredible 2026.

Step 1: Celebrate Your Wins

It’s easy to brush past our achievements, but celebrating your wins—big or small—is an essential part of reflection. Think of it as reminding yourself what you’re capable of and building the confidence to tackle the year ahead.

Reflection Prompts:

• What am I most proud of from 2024? (What are my top three achievements in 2024?)

• Which goals did I achieve, and what helped me succeed?

• What personal qualities or habits led to those wins?

• What moments brought me the most joy this year?

  
  

🎩 Pro Tip: Don’t overlook the small things! Whether it’s completing a project, forming a meaningful connection, or simply showing up on tough days, every win counts.

Step 2: Embrace the Lessons

Life’s challenges often hold the greatest lessons. Reflecting on what didn’t go to plan helps you grow and move forward with more clarity.

Reflection Prompts:

• What were my biggest challenges in 2024, and how did I navigate them?

• What would I do differently if faced with similar situations in the future?

• What did I learn about myself, my strengths, and my limits?

• How did I grow emotionally, mentally, or physically this year?

  
  

🖼️ Reframe Setbacks: Instead of seeing them as failures, view them as stepping stones. Each experience adds to your toolkit for the future.

Step 3: Rediscover What Matters Most

Reflection is the perfect time to reconnect with your values. What made you feel alive, fulfilled, and at peace this past year? These moments often point to what truly matters in your life.

Ask Yourself:

• What moments in 2024 brought me the most joy or fulfilment?

• Which activities or relationships energised me, and which drained me?

• What (or who) drained my energy, and how can I create more balance and align more of my time and energy with what truly matters in 2025?

• What values or priorities guided my decisions this year?

  
  

📝 Make It Practical: Write down three things you want to prioritise in 2025.

Step 4: Set Empowering Goals for 2025

Now that you’ve celebrated your wins, embraced your lessons, and rediscovered what matters, it’s time to dream big and set your sights on the year ahead. Reflect on where you want to go and what you want to achieve so you can set intentions for 2025.

The Key to Goal Setting: Make your goals:

• Specific: The clearer your goal, the easier it is to focus.

• Measurable: Include milestones to track progress.

• Achievable: Stretch yourself, but keep your goals realistic.

• Time-Bound: Set a deadline to stay motivated.

  
  

Ask Yourself:

• What do I want to achieve by the end of 2025?

• What habits or routines will help me get there?

• Who or what can support me along the way?

  
  

Example Goals:

• Health: “Exercise for 30 minutes, 3 times a week to feel stronger and more energised.”

• Career: “Complete a professional development course by June.”

• Relationships: “Reconnect with an old friend by having coffee together once a month.”

Step 5: Visualise Your Year Ahead

A powerful way to stay inspired is by visualising your goals. This is where tools like a vision board come in. A vision board helps you create a visual reminder of what you want to achieve and keeps your focus sharp throughout the year.

BONUS: If you’re ready to bring your 2025 goals to life, join my Vision Board Workshop this January! Together, we’ll reflect on your dreams, map out your goals, and create a vision board that inspires you daily.

Click here to learn more and sign up!

Step 6: Take Action

Reflection and goal setting are just the start. The magic happens when you take consistent steps toward your dreams. Break your goals into smaller, manageable actions and celebrate your progress along the way.

Reflection Prompts

• What’s one small step I can take this week to move closer to my goals?

• How will I keep myself accountable?

• How will I celebrate your progress along the way?

• What tools or support do I need to stay on track?

Final Thoughts

Reflecting on the past year and setting goals for the next isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. Life is full of twists and turns, and it’s okay if plans change. Every lesson, win, and dream you carry into 2025 shapes the person you’re becoming. So, celebrate where you’ve been and embrace the exciting possibilities ahead. What matters most is staying connected to your intentions and taking steps, however small, toward the life you want.

Here’s to rediscovering joy, celebrating progress, and embracing the possibilities of 2025. You’ve got this!

Ready to dive deeper? 

Sometimes having a guide can make all the difference. If you’re ready to turn your reflections into action, let’s connect!

Book a Free Discovery Call

During this 30-minute session, we’ll:

• Explore your reflections and goals.

• Identify challenges or obstacles holding you back.

• Create a personalised plan to kick-start your journey.

And don’t forget to join the Vision Board Workshop to bring your goals to life.

Here’s to a year full of growth, joy, and rediscovery!