It's that time again! As 2021 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year, as well as share some of our goals for 2022.
Looking back on 2021, I felt that it was going to be another year of growth for me, and my biggest goal was to enjoy the journey. Growth has always been daunting because it can be such a painful experience while going through it, but such a rewarding experience looking back. I always think back to a few years ago when my cousin and I used to take a 5am hot yoga class. Getting up and making it to that class was near impossible for me, but the aftermath of coming out of that class, sweaty but accomplished, just in time to watch the sunrise was life-changing for me. My mantra for this year has been “Do the hard things” and I have been sticking to it.
This year I struggled in some new ways, fighting imposter syndrome in my doctoral program and the next steps in my career. I questioned my own intelligence and ability so many times but each time I worked through it and reminded myself to “feel the fear and do it anyway”. Lastly, this year I struggled hard with being open to giving and receiving love, both to myself and to others. I hope to continue working on these things in the New Year.
My goals for 2021 were:
Consistency - This past year, I gained the skill of discipline, but I would like to be more consistent with everything I do. Consistency is key!
Stick to my boundaries & core values - This year I want to say no to people and situations that I am uncomfortable or unhappy with or don’t serve my growth.
No settling - I don’t just want the bare minimum. God has exceedingly and abundantly more for us (Ephesians 3:20).
Always more faith and more laughs - I aim to be the happiest and healthiest version of myself. This year confirmed what I already knew, which is that I can’t do this life thing without God. I want to continue to have strong faith and to laugh so hard that I cry.
Goals for 2022:
Step out of your comfort zone - Growth can only happen when I am open to change. If I want different experiences, I know that I am not going to find them where I am comfortable. Allowing myself to be in situations where I am not familiar will force me to grow and adapt.
Believe in yourself - As I continue growing as a professional and as a person, I want to always believe in myself and know that I am capable and deserving of my goals as long as I put in the work.
Be open to love - In order to receive and give love, I have to be open to it. This year I want to live with an open heart because I truly believe love is the most beautiful gift that God gave us. This goes for all forms of love; friendships, family and romantic relationships. If I don’t have love, I have nothing (1 Corinthians 13:1).
Note: We often struggle with how much of our personal lives to share on social media but so many of you have reached out to us with encouragement and reassurance. We would love to hear more from you in 2022. If there is a certain type of content that you want to see more of, please let us know!
With Love,
Sherin
In last year’s reflection article I had expressed feeling extremely withdrawn and overwhelmed at the time. Looking back as to why – I was nervous to start my clinicals in the new year and I was simply anxious about seeing patients for the first time. I was scared to begin this new journey in my professional life, doubting myself on whether I was smart enough or well-prepared enough to help others on their health journey. It’s silly now looking back at it, nearly 100 patient encounters later. 2021 was a year for learning and stepping into a greater role. In 2021, I’ve accomplished so many achievements in my academic and personal life that I never thought would have been possible when I first started this journey in 2019. It was the first year that I felt the imposter syndrome but actively chose to squash it before it took over my mind and controlled my decisions! I took chances on myself and proved myself worthy of great things. I finally woke up and decided to be that person I’ve always admired in others. To recap, these were my goals from last year:
Goals for 2021:
I want to be more disciplined - through discipline and strong will-power, I believe other aspects of my life will also begin to align.
I want to be less critical - of my environment, of others, of myself. They say the three cancers of the mind are comparing, complaining, and criticizing. I want to let go of all three.
I want to be more passionate about my journey - I want to be enthusiastic during the learning process and not just when I ‘pass the course’. I want to cultivate joy from all the lessons life throws at me. I strive to never take my life for granted.
This year, I’m happy to have accomplished my resolutions in more ways imaginable. I’ll take the lessons I’ve learned from 2021 and push them forward. Here are my resolutions for the upcoming year:
Goals for 2022:
Be smart, honest, and dependable - I want to work hard to increase my knowledge especially regarding wellness so that I can be the right guide for anyone looking to improve their health.
Be present and then some - I want to live in the moment, but more-so, I want to create my moments. I want to actively look for exciting ways to live large and experience all that the world and nature has to offer. No more passive living.
Be kind and forgiving - to others, to myself
Become an absolute beast - By physically training my body and spiritually training my mind to overcome all the challenges that I am expecting (and not-expecting) to happen this year. I already know that 2022 won’t be easy, I’ve just got to become better.
As always, I am so happy to be sharing my journey with all of you. Please reach out if you ever need an ear or helping hand! I’m excited to see where we all go!
With love,
Jacqui
To keep up with us throughout the years check out our previous reflection/vision posts below!
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