194. Designing your year & the lessons learned along the way (with M.C.)
Episode description
In this episode of the Help Me Understand podcast, JK welcomes previous guest M.C. back to the show to discuss her journey of personal growth through the practice of choosing annual themes.
They explore the origin of these themes, the adjustments made, the lessons learned , and how MC's word for 2024, 'sense', has shaped her experiences.
The conversation explores so many areas, including getting into the importance of music, culinary adventures, and sensory experiences, culminating in reflections on 2024 and planning for 2025.
In this conversation, JK and M.C. explore the theme of 'Encore' (her word for 2025) as a guiding principle for personal growth, reflection, and a catalyst for her '25 in 25' list.
They discuss the importance of revisiting past goals, the challenges of navigating social pressures related to alcohol, and the significance of setting practical health goals.
This conversation also discusses the value of consistency in daily habits, controlling what one can control, and building a solid foundation for future growth.
Through personal anecdotes and insights, JK and M.C. highlight the journey of self-improvement and the importance of community support.
Link to M.C.'s blog:Happier Life By Design
Listen to MC's previous episode:Ep. 116 Conversation: Words of Intention with M.C. (Navigating Goals, Social Media Breaks, and Yearly Themes)
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00:00 Introduction and Recap of Previous Episode
03:01 The Origin of Annual Themes
06:01 Navigating Challenges and Adjustments
08:56 Choosing the Word for 2024
12:00 Daily Rituals and Music's Impact
15:09 Culinary Adventures and Cultural Learning
18:02 The Importance of Sensory Experiences
21:01 Reflections on 2024 and Planning for 2025
32:58 Embracing the Theme of 'Encore'
35:04 Personal Reflections on Past Goals
36:37 Navigating Alcohol and Social Pressures
41:12 The Complexity of Alcohol Conversations
44:10 Setting Practical Health Goals
46:19 Daily Movement and Consistency
50:01 Controlling What You Can Control
56:53 Building a Foundation for Growth