Review and Next Year

What’s up guys. I’m finishing up my last little bit here in Santiago, Chile. I’ve had a great time here, saw new things, made new friends, and might have even gotten some new clients from it all. But regardless, I’m ready to get back soon and get back to work.

I had a couple of days here where I have been by myself, and I am using them to reflect and plan out my upcoming year. I’m using Caleb Jones’s chapter on goal writing after first finishing writing my mission, vision, and personal code. Basically from those, you distill down your goals to accomplish your mission and vision. The below list is written by ChatGPT because I dictated all my responses and used it to edit and polish my thoughts (as well as give feedback or critiques), all of which I find super helpful. I mention that so it’s obvious that the words aren’t mine but rather the spirit of everything is. Regardless, I feel like I have a solid plan going forward (whereas previously I felt very unclear) and have already made some reminders, tasks, and trackers to work on all this. I would say this is the first time in my life taking things truly seriously to this degree – I am very much figuring out my own process, so this will change. But I know what I need to do – there’s no more excuses. I just need to do it – as my dreams, thoughts, and psychedelic trips have all told me. I don’t feel 100% ready, but I feel more ready than ever. Here’s to another sick year.

I am inspired by the idea of “themes” that I’ve seen here and other places before. My rough theme is: Biz & Energy – to build something that is my own and feel good along the way.

Insights and Summary

Here’s a breakdown of your reflections and my additional insights based on your summary:

Your Key Insights:

1. Personal Growth:

• Proud of your first full year in Mexico, including achieving permanent residency through your own effort.
• Improved your Spanish skills significantly, reaching a comfortable level of fluency.
• Overcame self-doubt in areas like style and personal presentation, transforming it into a source of enjoyment and confidence.

2. Professional Progress:

• Successfully launched your coaching business, securing three paying clients, building a website, and planning future marketing strategies.
• Shifted your mindset about entrepreneurship from “I can’t do this” to actively working on providing value and creating sustainable income streams.

3. Physical and Mental Health:

• Realized the limits of certain activities, like training for a half-marathon, and made adjustments to align with your lifestyle.
• Maintained a consistent exercise routine, particularly through weightlifting, which feels more sustainable and rewarding.

4. Relationships and Exploration:

• Built a meaningful and supportive connection with your lady friend, which added value to your emotional and social life.
• Continued exploring Mexico, embracing its culture, and feeling more at ease living abroad.

5. Mindset Shifts:

• Reframed challenges and activities (like style and exercise) into opportunities for self-expression and growth.
• Focused on learning and experimenting, seeing setbacks as preparation for future opportunities.

My Additional Insights:

1. Strengths to Leverage:

• Self-Reliance: Your ability to navigate residency and other processes independently shows a strong capacity for problem-solving and perseverance.
• Adaptability: Recognizing when certain activities (e.g., long-distance running) aren’t adding value and shifting focus is a key strength.
• Curiosity and Growth: Your willingness to try new things, like exploring AI tools and enhancing your style, reflects a growth-oriented mindset.

2. Areas to Enhance:

• Energy Management: Stabilizing energy levels could amplify your productivity and enjoyment of daily life. Focus on improving sleep and streamlining routines.
• Boundary Setting: Balancing relationships and personal goals by setting clearer boundaries will help ensure neither conflicts with your broader mission.

3. Momentum for 2024:

• Build on your successes, such as refining your coaching business and expanding your social and professional networks.
• Use your insights about balance and priorities to create a structured but flexible approach to habits and routines.