I've been spending a lot of time recently thinking about last year. I had a really good 2024 and I feel like I achieved so much on both a personal and work level. It then got me thinking for this year and although I am a fan of setting goals or resolutions I hadn't actually planned any for myself. It's taken me a couple of weeks but there are a few things I want to achieve in 2025 and although this isn't something i would usually blog about these days, writing down makes me more accountable so here it goes.
Get Fitter
I feel like this is on my goals list every year. I start off amazing and then it fizzles out by March. Health and fitness has always been a priority, but 2025 is the year to take it up a notch.
This year I really want to walk 10,000 steps a day at least five times a week and incorporate exercise three times a week into my routine. I love walking and it is an easy yet effective way to stay active, clear my mind, and improve overall well-being. On days when I can't get outside I will put on a 'walk at home' video on Youtube, these are perfect to get your steps in as you walk at a really fast pace.
In addition to walking, committing to exercise three times a week will help me build strength and improve my endurance. I'm not going to join a gym because I know I won't stick to that but I will try some yoga sessions and workout routines at home.
Date Nights
Spending quality time with my John is was a priority in 2024 and I feel like we smashed it! We had so many date nights and even snuck in a few nights away. I want to continue to prioritise spending time with each other as not only do we have so much fun and enjoy each others company, we step away from being Mum and Dad for a few hours and all the responsibility that comes with it. This year, I’ll continue to plan regular date nights and also continue with our fun tradition of alphabet dating—where we pick activities or outings based on a letter of the alphabet.
Read More
I absolutely love reading but I sometimes find it hard to find the time. I say that but I can scroll social media for 30 minutes at times without hesitation. I need to prioritise my reading and reduce my screen time. This year, I’m challenging myself to read 20 pages of a book each night. On average, this will allow me to complete around 30 books in 2025.
To make this goal achievable, I’ve made an wish list of the books I'm going to read and I will keep my tracker updated on Instagram. I'm hoping that ending each day with 20 pages of a book will help calm my mind and help me have a better nights sleep.
Travel More
Travel has always been a passion of ours, and in 2025, I’m eager to explore more of the world. We had a really lovely travel year last year. We had a family friendly trip to Amsterdam, spent 3 nights in Copenhagen and also enjoyed a summer break to Islantilla. We also travelled around the UK. Exploring the world makes us all happy so I'm hoping we can enjoy more travels in 2025.
No More Procrastinating
Procrastination has a sneaky way of derailing even the best intentions. In 2025, I’m adopting a new mantra: “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.”
I feel too much procrastination leads to me being extremely overwhelmed. I've got my to do lists ready for home, family and work and I'm looking forward to completing each task before I move on to the next one, something I really struggle to do.
Family Time
Spending time with the boys is so important to me. Now that they are older their interests and priorities have changed and whilst I love them to be spending time with their friends I do think it's important that we still have some family time together. I am planning to have game and movie nights and have at least one 'family day out' per month, whether it's a walk around our favourite National Trust, a trip to the cinema or our favourite an escape room.
Me Time
This year, I’m making it a goal to have regular “me time” to switch off, unwind, and recharge. I always put others first before myself and that's not something I can change because it's who I am but there are times when I need to put myself first.
I always feel like me time is selfish, but it's not. It's about me recognising when I need to slow down or stop and look after myself. My 'me time' will probably consist of reading or exercising and I cannot wait.
So these are my goals for 2025. They're nothing crazy so I'm hoping they will be achievable. What are your goals for 2025?
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