2019: The year of empowered choices

Wow, 2019 was quite the year! I could never have imagined all of the changes I've made in my life in just one year.

The past five years of my life were full of self-exploration, self-discoveries, growth, transformation, and a wholeee lot of introspection, all of which have shaped me into the person I am today. I overcame challenges I didn't even know existed and committed to putting in the work to find my truest self and honor that badassiest version of me, wherever it may lead.

2019 was the year that really put all of that self-development to the test.

2019 became the year of making empowered choices - in my relationships, my business, finances, living situation, health pursuits.

I made the decision to leave toxic relationships and activities in my life that were holding me back from the life I wanted to lead, and to pursue nourishing, uplifting relationships & activities that have helped me remember my why and motivate me to keep moving forward with my dreams. I became closer with my family than I ever have before and have really tuned in on the people in my life that matter most to me. I have learned to never take for granted the value of connection and support that shines through from your friends and loved ones.

It's been a magical, exhilarating, challenging, emotional and amazing year all in one - full of lots of unknowns, leaps of faith, tears of sadness, tears of frustration, tears of determination, and tears of joy (sometimes all in the same day! ) I think it's safe to say this has truly been a defining year in this phase of my life. 

I've been using this first week of 2020 to slow down a bit and think of my intentions for the new year. As I sat on my meditation pillow, listening to Devin Dawson's rendition of Whiskey, two words popped into my head: Action & Alignment. Last year, I really tuned into my most raw, inner self, asking myself not only what will make me happy in life, but also what I want to pursue and accomplish in this lifetime and if my current environment was setting me up for success to make that a reality. I took the leaps, trusted my gut, and cleared the clutter in my life, letting go of people, places, things that weren't serving me in a positive way. In 2020, I choose to honor my strength by taking action every.single.day. Taking action physically, mentally, and spiritually. Taking action that is in alignment with who I am and who I want to be.

Cheers to the new year. May you continue to evolve, connect, grow, and follow what truly lights you up.