Closing Times: How to Properly Say Goodbye to 2024

This year—oh, what a year! According to the Gregorian calendar, 2024 has been a time of uncovering hidden parts of ourselves that simply refused to stay buried.

It was the year that shook the ground beneath us and demanded we step up, evolve, and align with our true essence. As the curtain begins to fall, it’s imperative to prepare for the new energy that 2025 promises to bring. But let’s not just stumble into the next year amid party lights and champagne flutes—this is your time to consciously curate the closing chapter of 2024.

Here are five intentional practices to help you close the year as a luxury curator of your own life, setting the stage for a thriving and transformational 2025:

Journaling isn’t just about jotting down what happened; it’s about owning your story. Take this time to reflect deeply on the following:

• INS: Write about what you did in 2024 that you want to carry into the next year. This could include new habits, activities, friendships, or personal discoveries. Did you start a morning yoga routine? Build a meaningful connection? Identify what enriched your life.

• OUTS: What did you do in 2024 that no longer serves you? Maybe you spent too much time doom-scrolling or clung to relationships that drained you. List these and make a promise to let them go.

• TRENDS: Look ahead to 2025. What’s calling your name? A new hobby? Meeting like-minded individuals? Building a business or cultivating a new relationship? Dream big.

• ID: Reflect on the identity you’re shaping. What aspects of yourself do you want to integrate more deeply? Is it being an entrepreneur, a beauty connoisseur, a tennis expert, or a symbol of elegance and strength? Write down the traits you want to embody.

To activate expert mode create your own ID:

Develop Your Honor Code: Define a set of non-negotiables that guide your life.

Identify Your Superpowers: Assertiveness? Income generator? Whatever qualities you choose to cultivate, remember they are entirely possible for you. Select your superpowers with intention.

Define Your Style: What style embodies your ID? Classic? Timeless? Make it uniquely yours.

Choose Affirmations: Create a list of empowering affirmations to repeat to yourself whenever possible.

Physical spaces mirror our internal world. Decluttering is a symbolic and literal way to make space for new energy. Focus on these areas:

• Closet: Remove clothing you no longer wear. Keep only what sparks joy and aligns with the vision of your ideal self.

• Kitchen: Throw away expired items and reorganize your pantry. A clean kitchen equals a fresh start.

• Living Spaces: Donate, recycle, or discard items that no longer serve a purpose. Less clutter, more clarity.

Remember: The best way to welcome the new is to release the old.

A luxury life doesn’t happen by accident; it’s carefully designed. Set yourself up for success by:

• Listing Your Top 10 Goals: Be specific and bold. Want to launch a business? Travel to three new countries? Write it down.

• Action Steps: For each goal, write at least one tangible step you can take to make it happen. Break big dreams into achievable milestones.

• Revisit and Revise: Keep this list somewhere visible and review it regularly. Adjust as needed to stay aligned with your evolving path.

Closing the year with a heart full of gratitude means sharing your blessings. Consider:

• Donating: Pass along the items you decluttered to those who need them.

• Gifting: Write heartfelt letters to loved ones or surprise a neighbor with homemade treats.

• Acts of Kindness: Give without expecting anything in return. This energy will ripple into 2025 in beautiful ways.

Dedicate an hour to meditating on the year that’s passed. Use this time to:

• Remember: Reflect on key moments, achievements, and lessons from 2024. Relive the highs and acknowledge the lows.

• Ask for Guidance: Pose the question, “What do I need to see or learn from this year?” Listen to what surfaces.

• Write It Down: Keep a journal handy to capture insights, memories, and revelations.

Top Tip: End your meditation with gratitude for 2024 and a prayer or intention for 2025. Close the session feeling centered and optimistic.

As you close 2024, remember this: You are the curator of your life. Every reflection, every release, and every intention you set is a brushstroke on the canvas of your future.

Step into 2025 with clarity, confidence, and a heart full of gratitude for all the ways 2024 transformed you.

🥂 Here’s to making the upcoming year a masterpiece. 🥂