Crafting A Better Version

Let me take you back to a workshop years ago that marked a pivotal point in my life. It was the beginning of a new year when a dynamic woman took the stage, her presence commanding attention. With a single question, she shifted the focus of my mindset: "Are you a better version of yourself now than you were one year ago?"

This seemingly simple inquiry became a catalyst for deliberate focus, goal setting, and unwavering commitments in the areas most integral to my life – marriage, family, faith, health, fun, and financial stability.

The lesson learned was profound: the pursuit of self-improvement is not a passive endeavor but a proactive journey. The annual self-evaluation became a cornerstone, a ritual of reflection that guided my actions throughout the year. It was no longer about merely existing; it was about becoming more deliberate about the most important parts of my life.

The essence lies in consistently asking ourselves, "Do I want to be a better version of myself to present to my family, workplace, and community?" This question serves as a compass, directing our efforts toward intentional self-improvement.

The commitment to becoming a better version involves a continuous loop of reflection, action, and refinement. It's a dynamic process where each year builds upon the last, a constant evolution towards a more refined self.

Marriage, family, faith, health, vitality, fun, and financial stability became the pillars around which I structured my aspirations. Each year, I set specific, measurable goals, with intentionally chosen habits in these domains, aligning my actions with the vision of the improved self I aspired to be. It wasn't about grand transformations but incremental steps, acknowledging that the journey itself is the destination.

In the rhythm of life, this annual commitment has become a cornerstone of my existence. It's a practice that infuses intentionality into every facet of my being, ensuring that the answer to that pivotal question is a resounding "yes" every year.

So, in the spirit of that transformative statement, I invite you to join me in asking, "Am I a better version of myself now than I was one year ago?"

Embrace the challenge, chart your course, and let each passing year unfold as a testament to the deliberate pursuit of becoming the best version of yourself for those who matter most – your family, your workplace, your community, and your own journey toward what matters most to you.