This Year’s Resolutions and January 2021 Goals

I always look forward to new beginnings. A few hours before this New Year, I took time to reflect on the past year and set some goals for 2021. I was thankful for some time to go into this year with intention and focus. It made me excited for the next twelve months that are ahead.

When I was reflecting on 2020, one of my favorite things about it was fasting from social media for Lent. Though it sounds like a small sacrifice, it really transformed that season and I am still seeing the fruits of it. After some prayer, I decided to go into this New Year fasting from social media for the month. It’s only been three days and I am more focused in all I do, accomplishing so much, and giving my undivided attention to the people around me. I really can’t recommend fasting from social media enough! If a month or liturgical season seems too intimidating, try an afternoon, or a day! I promise you, you will see the beautiful fruit of it in all arenas of your life!

Before I share my goals for the month here are the things I want to accomplish this year:

• Read the Encyclicals Quamquam Pluries and Redemptoris Custos in honor of the Year of Saint Joseph.
• Complete all Word On Fire Institute courses.
• Complete all ClaritasU courses.
• Complete the Woman’s School.
• Go on a pilgrimage to Our Lady of La Leche.
• Listen to The Bible In A Year Podcast each day.

January 2021 Goals

• Successfully complete our Whole30.
• Finish all the books on my January booklist.
• Fast from social media.
• Stay faithful to my daily prayer no matter how I feel.
• Complete our Consecration to Saint Joseph.
• Workout first thing in the morning.
• Work with Peter on his pre-school lessons Monday – Friday.
• Learn Final Cut Pro.
• Finish recording our dating series for our podcast!
• Organize a list of winter-friendly crafts to do with Peter.

What are your resolutions for 2021 and goals for this month? I would love to hear!