Just in time for the turn of the year, many people become sentimental and think about the past few months. And rightly so, because self-reflection brings us closer to ourselves – and further.
Only a few more days and the year 2022 will be the year 2023. With the approaching turn of the year, many of us are feeling a kind of optimism. Then we get thoughtful and review the past few months. And a lot can happen in twelve months, as should have become more than clear to us this year at the latest. But not only world events are constantly evolving, but we ourselves are also changing with each passing year in this world.
15 questions for self-reflection at the turn of the year
Looking back at the past few months and reflecting on the developments to find out where we stand makes more than sense to start the next year with a good feeling. The good thing about self-reflection is that there is no right or wrong. Rather, it is about honestly questioning yourself and your actions. Nevertheless, many people find it difficult to ask themselves the right questions. If you feel the same way, we have a few ideas for your New Year’s reflection:
- How would I describe this year in one sentence?
- What were my five highlights this year?
- Which people shaped my year – and why?
- What am I particularly thankful for this year?
- What did I do for the first time this year?
- What would I like to have done for the last time this year?
- What challenges have I been able to successfully master this year?
- What new things have I learned this year?
- What or who did I say goodbye to this year?
- What do I regret not doing this year?
- What particularly surprised me this year?
- What qualities would I like to take with me into the next year – and what not?
- What goals have I achieved – and what new goals have I set myself?
- Which people/books/films have particularly influenced me?
- Am I satisfied with the life I am currently leading?
By the way: regular exercise can demonstrably enrich our lives. Those who regularly question themselves, their thoughts and feelings and their actions not only make better decisions, but can also communicate and assert their values, limits and needs more clearly and pursue their goals and dreams more purposefully – because they know them.
Source: Stern
