The final week of the year. Week 52. Starting around week 40 each year, I find myself reflecting on the fact that another year is drawing to a close.
Ever since I started this company with my sister, each year feels packed with lessons and personal growth. Sometimes, it feels as though I’m living three years in one.
To stay present and grounded amid the whirlwind, I practice self-reflection alongside meditation. As the content writer for all our social media channels and this blog, you’ve likely noticed how much I love writing—it’s been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember.
If writing isn’t your favorite thing or you’re unsure where to start, don’t worry. These nine questions can guide you into a meaningful self-reflection session. While the practice is deeply personal, these questions can also be shared and discussed with a loved one. Doing so can deepen your conversations and strengthen your relationships.
Approaching these questions with openness and vulnerability can help you and those around you better understand who you are, what drives you, and where you’re headed.
So grab your notebook, go to your favorite coffee shop and take a moment for yourself. Take a deep breath before you start reflecting and let your thoughts flow.
Celebrating your Wins
1. What personal or professional milestones am I most proud of this year?
2. What goals or milestones do I want to achieve by this time next year?
Evaluating Progress
3. What new habits, ideas, or perspectives have I developed this year?
4. What have I let go of, and why?
5. What have I lost, and what have I learned from those experiences?
6. How have I managed my resources, and what does living within my means look like for me?
Sharing Gratitude
7. Who can I call right now to share my appreciation for them?
8. Who can I not call but wish I could?
Writing your Story
9. Who can I not call but wish I could?
I hope this year has been one for the books. For us, it certainly has, and that’s thanks to you.
As we wrap up the year, I want to express my gratitude to this incredible community of minimalism-seeking individuals. You inspire us every day, and we are confident that Osoe will continue to help others find more harmony in life. Here’s to another year of growth, reflection, and connection.
Thank you for being part of our journey. 🖤