So we enter 2008 and a new year is always a great opportunity to reflect and renew one’s sense of purpose and direction.  Last night I was with friends and we shared our thoughts about the old year and our aims and hopes for the new year.  And so I shall share with you the questions we asked ourselves so that you can reflect on them for yourself and identify a focus for your year ahead should you choose to do so.  It is the energy that you create in every moment – how you feel internally and how you behave externally – that draws towards you the people, events and situations that mirror how you are and the direction in which you are headed.  The secret is to behave ‘as if’ you had those goals achieved already – whether they are external goals or simply a desire to feel happier and more content in yourself.I sincerely hope that your year ahead is a great one for you and that your own good will and energy spread some joy amongst all those whom you encounter. Here are some questions for you:

Some reflections on 2007:What are 3 things you enjoyed about 2007?

What are 3 things you feel you contributed during 2007?

What are 3 things you want to leave behind with the old year?

What are 3 things you learnt during the course of 2007?

Some plans for 2008:If you could think of one word you would like to use to describe 2008 – if we were to meet in one year’s time - what would it be?

What is one thing you would like or need to focus on to make it the year your word describes?

What are 3 things you would practically like to achieve?

What are some of the events, situations, feelings and qualities you would like to experience for yourself and others during 2008?

What would you wish for your family and loved ones over the next year?

What would you wish for the world over the next year?

What would you wish for your local community over the next year?

What would you wish for the human race over the next year?

What would you wish for your friends over the next year?

How can you make sure you have some fun and laughter?

What message would you like to give world leaders?  Is there anything you could do to bring any of this about?Now describe how you need to be if you are to act ‘as if’ the year will bring you all you want…Good luck! Helen