21 lessons from 2021

For me, 2021 was a year of DISCIPLINE.

Between building my business and cutting out dairy, gluten, and sugar, discipline was necessary.

I learned a lot about perseverance and delayed gratification.

It was arduous, but oh so worth it.


21 lessons from 2021

  1. when effort meets discipline, the reward is 10x better

  2. waiting reveals someone’s real character

  3. I listen to music 97% more than the average human (thanks Spotify)

  4. building a business ain’t for sissies

  5. friendships that withstand pressure and time are likely to last

  6. the mind can regenerate

  7. any routine is better than no routine

  8. a phone call can make someone’s day

  9. stepping out in courage is inspiring

  10. the opportunity to ask for help is different from actually asking

  11. sometimes creativity needs a little convincing

  12. your ideas are good enough

  13. overthinking is a wasted game

  14. I can survive without sugar, dairy, or gluten

  15. compliments mean little if you don’t believe them first

  16. words have the power to affect change

  17. be proud of the business you run. if something/someone doesn’t align with what you believe, shut it down early.

  18. nothing with God is wasted.

  19. say yes. learn everything you can and move forward.

  20. bet on yourself

  21. life is not a race. be grateful for the here and now.

Looking ahead

Each year, I choose a word to stay focused on goals and growth.

For 2022, my word is COURAGE.

I'll be moving in 2 weeks to the beautiful San Luis Obispo.

I'm nervous, excited, and SO ready.

Ready for all the "new" even though it's unknown.

I have high hopes for 2022.

And I believe the lessons I learned this year prepared me for it.

What did 2021 teach you?

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