2024 in Review: Reflect, Reset, and Plan for an Amazing 2025
As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate everything you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months.
Whether it’s big wins, small victories, or valuable lessons learned, every moment has shaped your year. Taking time to review your experiences isn’t just about looking back—it’s about setting yourself up for an intentional and fulfilling new year.
In this post, I’ve put together a set of thoughtful prompts to guide your end-of-year reflection. Grab your favorite notebook, a cozy drink, and let’s dive in!
🎯 Goal Reflection
What goals did I set at the beginning of the year? Which ones did I achieve?
Were there any goals I didn’t reach? Why, and what did I learn from that experience?
What’s one goal I’m especially proud of achieving this year?
Which goal felt the most challenging, and how did I handle it?
Are there any goals I want to carry forward into the new year?
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln
💖 Personal Growth
How have I grown or changed as a person this year?
What habits or routines helped me the most in 2024?
What was the biggest challenge I faced, and how did I overcome it?
What is one personal strength I discovered or developed this year?
How did I step out of my comfort zone?
“Your life is your story. Write well, edit often.” – Susan Statham
🌟 Highlights & Wins
What were my top 3 highlights of the year?
What was one unexpected win or pleasant surprise from this year?
Which moments brought me the most joy?
What accomplishment am I most proud of?
Who were the people who supported or inspired me the most this year?
“Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.” – Jonathan Lockwood Huie
🛠️ Lessons Learned
What’s one valuable lesson I learned this year?
If I could go back to the start of 2024, what advice would I give myself?
Were there any setbacks that turned out to be blessings in disguise?
How did I handle difficult situations this year?
What is one thing I will approach differently in the future?
“Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.” – Will Rogers
🧘♀️ Wellness & Self-Care
How did I take care of my mental and physical health this year?
Did I prioritize rest and balance? If not, how can I improve this next year?
What activities or practices helped me feel most at peace?
Did I set boundaries to protect my time and energy?
What is one self-care habit I want to continue next year?
“Reflect on your blessings of which every man has plenty, not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” – Charles Dickens
🗂️ Planning & Organization
How did my planning or organizational systems support me this year?
Were there any tools, apps, or resources that helped me stay on track?
What’s one thing I want to do differently in my planning routine next year?
Did I experience any planning challenges, and how did I address them?
What’s one new planning habit I’d like to develop?
“Take time to reflect on the past, learn from it, and plan a brighter future.”
💭 Looking Ahead
What’s one word or theme I want to carry into the new year?
What am I most excited about for next year?
What’s one goal I want to set for 2025 that feels truly meaningful to me?
What’s one thing I want to let go of before stepping into the new year?
What’s one habit I want to cultivate in 2025?
“What the new year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the new year.” – Vern McLellan
Taking time to reflect isn’t just about checking boxes; it’s about acknowledging how far you’ve come, celebrating your growth, and entering the new year with clarity and purpose. Use these prompts as a guide to wrap up your year with intention and start 2025 on a strong note.
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Do you have a favorite reflection ritual or end-of-year tradition? I’d love to hear about it in the comments below!
Wishing you a peaceful end to this year and an inspiring start to the next.
Happy Planning!
SUPPLIES I RECOMMEND FOR PRINTING
A PRINTER
If you’re going to be printing in color, I really recommend investing in an HP Instant Ink-compatible printer. The quality of the finished product is amazing! If you don’t need a color printer, I highly recommend a laser printer like the Brother L23 Series. You will save hundreds on ink. You can also get a color laser printer which I would LOVE to have!
PAPER
For everyday printables, planners, and coloring pages for the kiddos I normally use Hammermill Printer Paper, 20 Lb. I love that you can get a small box of 3 reams instead of having to buy one at a time or a whole case of 10.
If I want something a little nicer, I use this laser paper which is incredibly smooth and has very little to no ghosting on the other side. This is perfect if you like to use pens/markers that are prone to bleeding through to the other side.
For printing on A5 paper, I use this Blank 6-Hole Punched A5 Paper. You can also get it without the holes but it’s $6-7 more. Which I think is odd because it’s usually the other way around and you have to pay more for the hole punching.
If you're printing a binder cover that is fade-resistant and lasts a long time, I would recommend the best paper using Epson Presentation paper. It's heavy like cardstock (48 lb), is great when laminated, and is made to last for decades.
BINDING
When it comes to customizing your planner, the ARC binding system or other similar binders offer incredible flexibility and convenience.
With these systems, you can easily add, remove, or rearrange pages according to your changing needs, ensuring that your planner stays perfectly tailored to your lifestyle. Plus, you can unleash your creativity and design personalized covers or dividers, making it truly your own.
You can read more about Why I Love the ARC Binding System in this post.
Alternatively, if you prefer a professional touch, you can take your planner to a local printer like Staples, and they will expertly bind it for you.
Embrace the freedom of organization & explore the endless possibilities with your new planner today! 📚🖇️
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