So,in common with many of you, as I write this I am thinking about the goals which I set myself in 2014 and whether I managed to achieve them. The things which made me happy, the things which made me proud, the things I would rather forget…
Much is made of the new year, new start, many people use the coming new year as a chance to change something which they are unhappy about in their personal or professional lives. They seek the comfort of the new year, knowing that this means I new start. A fresh slate. A sense of beginning again.
I thoroughly endorse this. I too overindulge over the festive period. I like the idea of new goals and challenges although I strongly dislike the new years resolutions! If something needs to be changed, don’t feel you have to wait until new year to change it. Similarly, I have friends who actively look for something in their lives to change, when perhaps something more general, such as a goal of a more active and healthy new year, would suffice.
Looking back on my 2014, on the whole I am satisfied. It was the year I finally achieved qualified Solicitor status (Attorney for U.S readers) after many years of hard graft. I also was successful in securing post qualifying employment with my firm, qualifying into their property department.
I travelled to Dubai and Bordeaux, I caught up with an old university friend whilst out in the UAE and made new friends too. I also started this blog, which has been an aim of mine for some time. Admittedly, it started life as a budget fashion blog but has become more a lifestyle platform overtime.
Towards the end of 2014, I left the law firm with whom I trained and took up a position with another local firm. I was very nervous about leaving but I am pleased to say that I left on good terms with my former employer and made what I know will be lasting friendships with many of my former colleagues.
Over the Christmas period I have set my goals for the year ahead, I thought I would share them with you all.
They are:
- To continue to progress in my career
- To make it onto the UK property ladder (finally!)
- To enjoy my 30th year (!!!)
- To continue to attend the gym regularly and to take on new challenges, I would like to do a 5K run, body permitting
- To continue to eat as much unprocessed, grain free food as possible, adopting the Paleo diet wherever I can. (Incidentally, those who are also interested may like to check out the delightful http://www.againstallgrain.com)
- To take every opportunity to meet new people, embrace life and enjoy it!
- To travel abroad at least once this year.
I have also set myself some equestrian goals, see my previous post for details!
I would love to hear what your goals are for 2015 and I wish you all a happy new year!
Sophie xxx
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