As the calendar turns to a new year, I find myself reflecting on what I want to cultivate in the months ahead. This year, one word keeps rising to the surface: love. It’s a word that feels expansive, grounding, and transformative all at once. For 2025, I want to explore how love can be a guiding force in every aspect of my life—helping me to serve, grow, and live more fully.
Love in Relationships
At the heart of my life are the people I hold dear—my husband, my children, my family. Love is the glue that binds us, but it’s also something that needs tending. This year, I want to deepen those connections by being more present, listening more intently, and showing my appreciation in meaningful ways. Whether it’s a shared laugh at the dinner table or a quiet moment of support during a tough day, I want love to be the foundation of all my interactions.
Love for My Work
As a Pilates and yoga teacher, and now as a coach-in-training, my work is rooted in helping others thrive. When I approach my work with love, it becomes more than just a job—it becomes a calling. Love allows me to pour creativity and passion into my classes, retreats, and coaching sessions. It reminds me that what I do has the power to change lives, and that’s a responsibility I embrace with gratitude.
Love in Adventures
Life is meant to be lived fully, and adventures—big or small—are a way to experience its richness. Whether it’s traveling to new places, trying a new activity, or simply stepping out of my comfort zone, I want to approach each adventure with a sense of wonder and love for the unknown. This openness will help me grow, learn, and savour the beauty of life’s unpredictability.
Love for Rest and Hobbies
Rest is often overlooked, but it’s essential for balance and well-being. This year, I’m giving myself permission to rest without guilt and to find love in those quiet moments of stillness. I’ll also make time for the things that bring me joy—yoga, going to the gym, shopping, and simply enjoying life’s little pleasures. These activities aren’t just hobbies; they’re acts of self-care that nourish my soul.
The Journey of Self-Love
Perhaps the most important aspect of my 2025 journey is cultivating self-love. This means recognising my worth, setting healthy boundaries, and treating myself with the same kindness I offer to others. Self-love isn’t always easy, but it’s essential for growth. When I love myself fully, I’m better equipped to serve others and embrace life’s challenges with resilience.
Why Love Matters
Love is more than a feeling; it’s a way of being. It’s the energy that connects us to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us. By choosing love as my focus for 2025, I’m committing to living with intention, compassion, and joy. Love will guide me to serve my community, support my family, and grow into the best version of myself.
As I embark on this journey, I invite you to reflect on what love could mean in your own life. How might it help you grow? How could it shape the way you interact with the world? Let’s make 2025 a year of connection, kindness, and love—together.