Happy New Year!!
I’m so thankful for all the love and support we give each other.
With this new calendar year, I want to set the tone of health abundance and gentle growth throughout 2025! Today felt draining to me. Not in a bad way but a force-to-rest type of way. Being capable of rest and still receiving your blessings, knowing that you don’t have to work hard for anything that is you for aligned you. In the face of adversity be calm, be calm (Shay Shay voice). Literally, Be calm. Understand that all aids in your growth, for your greatest good. I can’t prove it to you but I’ll leave this here as a blessing.
January Affirmation
The universe is guiding you toward spiritual growth, love, and abundance. To awakening to higher consciousness and spiritual truths. One where you explore meditation, self-reflection, and spiritual practices that aid in personal growth and self-discovery. Trust your intuition and inner wisdom, and let go of limiting beliefs. Love all you can with your whole heart blossom with your soulmate or twin flame connection. Let that someone be in love with you. Check in on your finances budget, savings, and investments. Know that your efforts will pay off.
Lastly, take advantage of all opportunities open to you, you will know by following your intuition.
–Ase
Current Thoughts
I have to be dreaming because where l am in life feels unreal and unauthentic,
But I want to write more about this time in my life. So now here I am, at my new place/ space feeling loved and spoiled by my man. My car might be done for But honestly, I’m not harping on it at all. Christmas wasn’t the same or anything else this year but who cares right?
My lovies are taken care of and the new calendar year is here, so you know I’m reflecting, thinking, pondering, and wondering. A thought had me stuck. I mean stuck, malfunction type of vibe.
Life Just Kept moving.
Even though I wasn’t Ready.
Even when nothing was processed, the time just kept on moving.
That hit me HARD.
I was high though, I just bought my 4th preroll from Jars which I saw 3 different billboard ads today alone. I wonder what it means. Was it a sign? There’s no such thing as a coincidence, right? I think about my health. What that would look like for me consciously. I gotta get better. Life does not stay the same. So I gotta keep up. Less thinking more sitting with my feelings. More acting on my intention in. a godly manner.
I haven’t seemed to process anything from the past month but time still moves on. Trying to rush the life I want to brag about does not seem to be going in my favor, But I’m here. I’ve been thinking about writing and why I do it. Why when something actually happens, I rather skip the paper and the pad. I typically use writing/journaling as therapy. A friend even, one of listening ears. Another is I don’t know who this person is half of the time. The one writing these words. She says things I’ve never heard spoken before. Things I wouldn’t even say. Kind of a sort of flow. I regret the days that go by when I fail to write down my thoughts. They may have been forgotten in my world, even though I knew some were too good. Moving forward I’m locked in! It’s s such a special time and I want to fully be present with myself with God. Challenging myself to become the woman I’ve been dreaming about my whole life. Life starts now!
3 New Year do’s
Here are some details I will be focusing on this upcoming year! A lifestyle change program tailored for someone like me that focuses on whole foods, gut health, hydration, exercise, and holistic health.
Creating a personalized lifestyle change program involves several steps. Here’s a structured approach to help you set it up on your very own!
1. Self-Assessment:
Identify your current habits, routines, and lifestyle choices.
Reflect on what aspects you want to change (e.g., diet, exercise, sleep, stress management
2. Set Clear Goals:
Define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timebound (SMART) goals.
For example, “I want to exercise for 30 minutes a day, five times a week
3. Research and Education:
Gather information on healthy habits, nutrition, and exercise that resonate with you.
Consider consulting professionals like nutritionists or personal trainers
4. Plan Your Changes:
Break your goals into smaller, actionable steps.
Create a weekly or monthly plan that outlines what you will do each day
5. Build a Support System:
Share your goals with friends or family who can encourage you.
Consider joining groups or forums with similar interests for motivation if you have no one close or skip this step if it’s personal.
6. Track Your Progress:
Keep a journal or use apps to monitor your activities, meals, and feelings.
This will help you stay accountable and recognize areas for improvement
7. Stay Flexible and Adapt:
Be prepared to adjust your plan as you progress and learn what works best for you.
Celebrate small victories and don’t be too hard on yourself if setbacks occur
8. Focus on Mindset:
Cultivate a positive mindset and practice self-compassion.
Mindfulness practices or meditation can help you stay grounded
9. Nutrition:
Plan balanced meals that include a variety of nutrients.
Consider meal prepping to save time and maintain healthy choices
10. Exercise:
Choose activities that you enjoy to make exercise a fun part of your routine.
Mix cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises for a well-rounded program
11. Sleep and Rest:
Prioritize sleep by establishing a consistent sleep schedule.
Create a relaxing bedtime routine to improve sleep quality
12. Review and Adjust:
Regularly evaluate your progress and make changes to your plan as needed.
Reflect on what works and what doesn’t, and adapt accordingly
Remember, lifestyle changes take time, so be patient with yourself and stay committed to your goals!
After I came up with a tailored lifestyle program, I focused on my 2025 Focus goals along with a dopamine menu. This is where I write down all the goals I have planned for the new year as well as my plan to stop doom scrolling which prevents me from accomplishing the things I need to do. A dopamine menu is a personalized list of activities that trigger dopamine release in the brain, which can improve mood and well-being. Here are my top five items from my 2025 dopamine menu !!
- Listen to jazz music and (Sza and Summer Walker) Type Vibes
- Interior Design
- Cooking Amazing Meals
- Passion Writing
- Creating Beautiful Art
How to make your very own Dopamine Menu
To start your very own dopamine menu, first, identify activities or experiences that provide you with pleasure or a sense of reward. These can range from simple activities like taking a walk, reading a book, or listening to music, to more involved experiences such as engaging in a hobby or socializing with friends. Write down these activities in a list format, categorizing them based on the time they require (short, medium, or long) and the level of engagement they demand. Once you have your list, prioritize the activities that resonate most with you, ensuring they contribute positively to your wellbeing. Schedule these activities into your daily or weekly routine, allowing yourself to indulge in them regularly. As you engage in these activities, pay attention to how they affect your mood and motivation, making adjustments to your menu as needed to optimize your dopamine levels. Make sure you research and make your list fun.
Don’t Give Two Fucks
This year make it a habit to be out of the loop. Leave the normals behind. To not think so much in to what this world is and what your dreams mean. Don’t believe your thoughts nor the voices that come with them. Set yourself free from the projection of poverty and judgment from others. Stop caring, overthinking, over analyzing every little thing. Do things you normally wouldn’t do, because now they’re saying memories can’t be real, to that I say what do you call today?
Fantasy. I have to be dreaming because where l am in life feels unreal and unauthentic. The plan, what’s the reason to stick with it?
Check Out (Stick to the plan, not your mood.) https://kyralashone.com/2024/10/11/stick-with-the-plan-not-your-mood/
Love You !
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