Guest post by Trish Chaput

This year, instead of starting with resolutions, I’m choosing to focus first on gratitude and hope.

Jim shared lots of great ideas in his year-end blog series last week for developing a vision, goals and action plans. I’ve decided I will work on that over the coming weekend, when I will have some time to devote to working through his recommended steps. Taking a cue from his reflections blog, I put my own twist on it and decided to start the New Year with the following thought exercise to get myself heading in a positive direction for the New Year.

3 things that I am grateful for in the past year:

1. I am so happy I was able to join the team at Discover Health FMC full time. I love being part of our community there and really enjoy helping people on their health journey.
2. I am grateful that Jim and I have been able to offer Movement for Longevity classes together. We’ve seen some amazing transformations in ourselves and others. Plus, it’s a really fun way to kick off the weekend and spend time together.
3. I am thankful for our home in this beautiful area of the world. We have had many friends and family visit and it’s been fun to spend time with them this year.

3 things I am looking forward to or hoping for in the New Year:

1. Teaching a workshop at ‘Beyond the Scale” Functional Medicine Retreat in Punta Mita, Mexico at the end of February with Dr. Trish. So excited for this tropical getaway! (There’s still space. I hope some of you can join us… www.inspired-retreats.com/discover-health)
2. More time with friends. I’ve got 2 short trips planned so far to meet up with European & UK friends. I can’t wait to catch up with some folks I’ve not seen for a while.
3. More time with Jim & Roli exploring the great outdoors. We kicked this off by taking the snowshoes out on New Year’s Day around Echo Lake and Bryce Path. Such a beautiful place to spend our day off.

What are you grateful for and what are you looking forward to or hoping for in the New Year?