profile

Happiness on Demand

December Newsletter: Rewind, Reflect, Renew - Your Personal Year-End Guide

Published 5 months ago • 4 min read

Happiness On Demand

Rewind, Reflect, Renew - Your Personal Year-End Guide

Hello Reader,

As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect moment to hit the pause button, take a deep breath, and reflect on the journey you've traveled in the past 12 months.

Because as always, hindsight is 20/20.

No, It’s not a sarcastic remark, but a tool you can use to create your future.


News

A new blog post is out:

Transforming Your Daily Life: How to Live Spirituality in Practice


This blog post dives into the everyday aspect of spirituality:

Life is inherently spiritual, making it a continuous spiritual practice in itself.

This unconventional approach emphasizes that spirituality isn't confined to religious traditions and can stand independently.

To bring spirituality into your daily life, a shift from external to internal perspectives is essential.


Coming up Before 2024

I have one more blog post and email in store for you before the end of the year.

In them, we will discuss briefly the most beneficial New Year's resolution that you can make.

🎁 And I'll have a little something to go along with that decision as a present for you.


New Year's Revelation: The Power of Purposeful Goal-Setting

A few years ago, I found myself on New Year's Eve, opting for a quiet night in solitude.

The exhaustion from the past year and the plethora of social gatherings led me to choose a different path — a night of self-reflection.

During this reflective evening, I reached for a particular book, a sacred (for me) volume that held my life goals.

These weren't just ordinary aspirations; they were meticulously crafted after navigating some of the most challenging periods of my life.

(If you're curious about the concept, you can explore the idea of a "Lifebook" here).

I found myself unexpectedly captivated as I turned the pages of this personal manifesto. What unfolded before me was a testament to the power of putting pen to paper.

The majority of the goals I had once inscribed within those pages had manifested, each in its unique way.

This experience illuminated a profound truth — the act of writing down our goals is a catalyst that sets our subconscious mind into motion, working tirelessly behind the scenes to guide us toward our aspirations.

It's not merely about the ink on the paper; it's about understanding the "why" behind each goal.

This understanding serves as the ultimate motivation, fueling a subconscious force that propels us forward.

So, my New Year's Eve spent in quiet contemplation turned out to be a celebration of realization — a recognition that the simple act of articulating our goals, coupled with a profound understanding of their significance, can pave the way for their manifestation.

It was a powerful reminder that intention, indeed, holds the potential to script the narrative of our lives.


The Power of Intention: Setting Meaningful Goals for 2024

As we bid adieu to 2023, let's harness the power of reflection to set the stage for a purposeful new year.

By aligning your goals with the lessons learned and the values you hold dear, you can create a roadmap that leads to a more fulfilling and intentional life.

To create your future, you must make intentional choices.

You can either let circumstances dictate your path, or you can become architects of your destiny by deliberately creating your future.

Use the following tools to create a purpose-driven and happy 2024.


1. Looking Back: A Year in Review

Think about your past year and celebrate the achievements, no matter how big or small, that have marked your journey so far.

What were the most significant moments of your year?

Maybe it was accomplishing a personal goal, making new connections, or facing unexpected challenges that made you more resilient.

Recognizing these moments helps you value the depth of your experiences and the knowledge they bring.


2. Embracing Hindsight: What Would You Do Differently?

Hindsight, they say, is 20/20. Armed with the wisdom of experience, consider the paths taken and the decisions made.

If given the chance, what would you do differently?

This isn't about dwelling on regrets but rather an opportunity to fine-tune your compass for the future.

Every misstep is a stepping stone, and every detour teaches us something invaluable.

There are no inherently wrong choices. To align with your goals, consider what you can do differently next year.


3. Understanding the Why

Then, delve deeper into the 'whys' behind your actions.

Why did you embark on the endeavors that defined your year?

Was it driven by passion, necessity, or a desire for personal growth?

Understanding the motivations behind your choices provides valuable insights into your true aspirations and helps you align your actions with your core values.


Write It Down

Reflect on the past year and your motivation, then write down your goals for 2024:

  1. What do you want to accomplish?
  2. Write down the why. Why do you want to achieve that specific goal?

Write down your goals starting with the statement "I am".

For example, if you want to earn more money, write down: I am coming up with great ideas that allow me to make (the amount of money you want to make) a year.

For insight into how your mind works and why "I am" is important, check out this blog post here

When you journal your goals, you're not just documenting your life; you're actively shaping its story.

By writing with purpose, your journal becomes a sacred space where your aspirations and goals come to life, and your path to a purpose-driven future unfolds.

As you begin this new chapter of intentional living, don't let your journal be just a collection of words. Instead, let it be a reliable compass guiding you toward a future shaped by your deliberate choices.

Write down your aspirations, and watch as your journal becomes a testament to living a fulfilling and purposeful life.


Happy holidays! I'll catch you again soon!

And as always,

Think happy thoughts!

- Atte

Happiness On Demand

P.S. The holiday season offers a unique opportunity to delve into our spiritual connections. Amid the celebrations, take a moment to reflect on the essence of your spiritual journey. For insightful ideas on approaching spirituality in everyday life, check out the latest article

Follow us on social media:

Consider supporting our work?

Thank you for being a part of the Happiness On Demand family! This email has been sent to Reader by happyondemand.com

Make sure this email goes to your inbox by adding contact@happyondemand.com to your address book. If you wish to stop receiving these emails, please feel free to manage your profile to change your email or preferences or unsubscribe here.

Happiness On Demand

Mailing address:

113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205

Happiness on Demand

Atte Nissinen

I'm a depression survivor, now running a company dedicated to helping you conquer mental health challenges and find lasting happiness. I offer insights to help you live a happier, more fulfilling life free of stress, anxiety, and depression.

Read more from Happiness on Demand

Happiness On Demand Finding Your Flow in Life's Cycles Hello Reader, Today I want to talk about something that’s been on my mind as the spring approaches. It’s something we all experience but often overlook: the natural cycles that shape our lives, both big and small. From the changing seasons to the daily rhythms of our bodies and minds, there's a pattern to it all. Ever noticed how everything in life moves in circles? Think about the seasons. Spring bursts with new life, summer beams with...

2 months ago • 3 min read

Happiness On Demand Can Money Buy Happiness And Cure Depression? Can Money Buy Happiness and Cure Depression? Find out on the Blog Hello Reader, This week, we need to talk about money 😅 It's no secret that money plays a vital role in our lives. From securing a roof over our heads to putting food on the table and powering our homes, almost everything we need to survive and thrive is acquired with money. It's the currency of modern society, the engine that drives our daily existence. Yet, it's...

3 months ago • 3 min read

Happiness On Demand February 2024 Newsletter: What Is Personal Growth? Read more about personal growth on the blog by clicking the image Hello Reader, In the January newsletter, I talked about lessons I learned last year. Last year was a journey of self-discovery for me — a quest that revealed my values, purpose, and goals amidst life's challenges. Reflecting on this journey, I realized the key to my achievements lay in something deeper—what I call "inner work." It's about understanding...

3 months ago • 2 min read
Share this post