I had the best time at the DMV yesterday (well, maybe not the "best" - but I was in and out in under 12 minutes. That has to be some sort of Guinness book record).
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I'm one of those nutty people who loves to knock out tasks during the holiday break (I mean, there's only so many Columbo reruns a person can watch).
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I'm finally getting around to all the little things I've been putting off for months (like getting my Real ID and shredding my backlog of archival paperwork. Turns out no one's ever asked me for the receipt for that clunker of an Oldsmobile I donated back in 2002). ​
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And shockingly, because I went into the DMV with a plan (i.e. I filled out the paperwork online) it was surprisingly painless. No waiting, just an immediate ding over the intercom to counter #1 where I forked over $30 for an unflattering pic I'll be stuck with for the next decade. From to-do to to-done.
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​Maybe not the most exciting of adventures, but primed and prepared is the energy I'm taking into 2025.​
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​Less "winging it" - and more operating intentionally.
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(And frankly, reducing stressful situations wherever possible.)​
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A key part of going into the new year less stressed?
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Taking the time to dream things out.
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​How often do we give ourselves even a couple of hours to sit, imagine, and reflect?
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​This Monday my longtime client Elena Brower and I will be hosting a 90-minute live workshop to prime you for the upcoming year. Forgoing goals for direction.​
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​Come join us and plan for the year you want.​
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I promise it'll be more fun than a day at the DMV.

Monday, Dec. 30th 11AM-12:30pm ET ​
2025 Planning Session: Reflection | Direction for What’s Next

Treat yourself to clear, focused energy to begin the new year. Join us for a guided session featuring reflection, visioning, and prompts to plan for the year ahead.

• Reflect on the past year—celebrate wins and uncover patterns.
• Create awareness of your strengths and behaviors.
• Establish clarity and intention for the year ahead.
• Envision your 2025 with thoughtful prompts and planning tools.
• Sit, meditate, and focus on wise hope and inspired action.

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you've got this,
Michelle
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p.s. for those of you who want even more time to plan - join my friend Justin Michael Williams for his annual Manifest NYE* vision writing workshop on Dec. 31st from 2-4pm ET. It's his 7th (!) year running this inspirational free event.
​*denotes affiliate link, but the event itself is free.