by Shazad

"The day the Lord created hope was probably the same day he created Spring." + Bernard Williams

I love Spring and I know the calendar says January 1 is the official start of the year but for me, Spring time is the beginning. Everywhere you look, things are coming to life again after the long hard winter. There is an incredible feeling in the air that reminds me of a new beginning and new possibilities.

The flowers, trees and grass all become fuller and come to life again. Every week brings more growth and lushness to the landscape. This can be a metaphor for our lives. Small but consistent growth every day is how we can grow and thrive as well, regardless of what our 'winter state' was. Why not use this time as inspiration and re-commit to your goals? Let the beauty of this season inspire you to also grow to a fuller and better version of yourself.

3 Exercises to guide you:

1. Review what you pledged to do or become on January 1 and evaluate your progress so far.

2. Measure your progress towards your goals each day to make sure you are headed in the right direction. Change direction if you are not.

3. Never lose hope for personal growth at any time of the year. There is no neutral position in life - we are always capable of growth so keep growing!