Planning for a successful new year can happen anytime as each day signals the beginning of another year. However, most people use late December and early January for reflection about the past year and for musing about the year to come. Taking stock of the past year is useful. Looking back prepares the brain for […]
Month: December 2018
Holidays as December Diversions
Ah, December…. the month of diversions and distractions. There are holiday preparations and decorations and celebrations. Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanza, and New Year’s Eve serve as diversions from the darkest time of year in the Northern Hemisphere. There’s also the winter solstice with the longest night of the year signalling the start of winter. For some, […]
The Power of a Year-End Assessment
A year-end assessment can jump-start the new year. December is a natural time to reflect as holiday traditions bring a host memories. During the rush of holiday preparations, taking a moment to reminisce and think about the activities and experiences of the past months is valuable for providing closure. It’s a time take stock of achievements […]