January: Reflect, prepare and renew
So, it's that time of the year. January hits, and it feels like a giant load is finally off my shoulders. While I love all the things going on in December, it's a lot, and it definitely feels like an annual marathon or more like an obstacle course I choose to enroll in every year. January to February is THE time to slow down, reflect, prepare, and renew. I find myself finally having some space to think and process, but it's also the time I have to make all the big decisions about my priorities for the upcoming 12 months. My business requires me to apply for all major events in the first couple of months each year. This has been a bit of a challenge for a few years now, partially because I like jumping into all kinds of new and exciting adventures, especially when it seems like there is limitless time to prepare. The problem is planning ahead in a way that keeps my year sustainable in all areas of my life. In January 2026, I'm facing another major planning consideration...