The end of 2010 is approaching, so I thought I'd review this year's intentions & get ready for the New Year. I know this may sound like a New Year's Resolution post to most people, but you, my witchy friends...well, you know...it isn't about resolving to do something -
It's ALL about the intent!
When I create an Intention, it has to be something I truly want, with my whole being or it's not going to work out. I'm still working on this part.
In January 2010, I created a list of "I Want". These were mostly surrounding my relationships. They all happened!!! A significant amount of love magic, effort & open communication went into this
project. But these results proved to me the power of intent + action (read Magick!)
As part of my 2010 planning, I also created a list of "Habits for 2010"
- Be active daily
- Read daily
- Communicate love daily
- Meditate regularly
- Create
By February, I was well on my way to setting patterns for each (except the activity!) of these to become a part of my life. I'm sure that the lack of activity was a direct result of not being clear with myself about really wanting this in my life. It was a "should do," instead of a true desire. My intent was muddy.
Last week, I saw a picture of myself at the 2009 Halloween party.
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| Cat Woman! |
Instantly, I became aware of the 15 pounds I've gained this year & the loss of some hard-earned muscle. This experience brought a real desire to "look & feel as great as I did in 2008-2009". At that time, I was biking, running & swimming regularly. Today I'm really good at sitting. The desire to return to a previous weight & body shape is fuel for a future Intent. It isn't quite formed yet, but I'm working on it.
Allowing for imperfection is something I'm working on. It's easy for me to focus on the 20% of my 2010 Habits that I didn't accomplish, but I definitely recognize the 80% success rate, which is much higher than any of my previous New Years Resolutions. A lot of growth happened in 2010. For that growth, I am proud. It gives me hope for 2011 & years to come.
Setting Intentions for each year is a ritual this little witch will continue as long as she has breath.
Wild & Bright Blessings!
~*Rhi*~
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