How I’m planning my 2025
IMPATIENCE WITH ACTIONS
PATIENCE WITH RESULTS
2025 is quickly approaching. Here’s how I’m filling out my calendar to make sure that my year aligns with what I want to experience & accomplish
big things first
This is the most obvious. The big stuff. The things you have to and want to be there for/must not miss.
For me, this is arrival of baby number 3, family celebrations or weddings, family events/vacations together, marathon races
misogi
I learned this from Jesse Itzler and absolutely love it. A “Misogi” in his interpreted definition is a japanese word for a year defining event. Something you prepare for that you haven’t done before. The big kahuna of the year.
Try to think of something you’ve always said you wanted to try or learn and get it on the calendar!
I love having something like this to center my focus throughout the year and look forward to a big day.
Family & Friends
Carve out time for your people! Events you want to experience together, date nights, vacations, host a dinner—quality time that fills your cup.
firsts
Life can sometimes feel like it’s on auto-pilot. We are creatures of habit. While I thrive off of routine, I’m a big believer in trying & experiencing new things. Which is why I plan & prioritize “Firsts”
Firsts are something you’ve never done before (or maybe your partner, friends, kids haven’t done before) that you plan to do every 8 weeks.
This could be something as simple as trying a new restaurant all the way to planning to go to a concert, visit a new city, go on a hike you’ve never been on . It simply has to be something you’ve never done before.
If you follow the rule of firsts, you’ll have 6 Firsts every year. Over 5 years, thats 30 new things you wouldn’t have otherwise tried!
Books
Create a list of 12 books you’d like to read for the year. Tailor these books towards topics that support what you’re working towards in the new year. Reading just 10 pages per day should get you through 12 books easily within a year.
If your schedule offers time for you to listen more than to read, consider audiobooks. Another great way to get the same benefit.
I’ve found reading to be a great way to calm my mind and set the tone to either starting or reflecting on the day.
document
Life moves fast. Time is undefeated. Find an effective way to document your life in the moment!
When it comes to fitness, having a journal where you can record your daily workouts provides you with a reference point to reflect on where you were at and how you’ve progressed.
The same applies to life—personally, having kids has made me ultra aware of this concept. Time moves so fast and they grow and evolve so quickly! I’ve made the commitment to use my camera often, journal things I/they are doing, to have and reflect back on each of their birthdays by making a photo book.
Whatever works best for you, document!
check in
Each month, I have a reminder set on my phone to evaluate how the past month went and what could be improved or adjusted.
This helps keep me on track and reminds me of the intentions set at the beginning of the year.
The playbook is written. play hard!
If you’ve planned in these areas, your playbook for the year is written. Your only job is to follow the book. Things will come up as they do in life, but with this guide, you’ll be prepared to execute on one of your most successful years yet!
Be where your feet are.
Enjoy the small stuff.
Play Hard.
