Blue Monday, Not!
Today is often referred to as “Blue Monday” — supposedly the most depressing day of the year. The holidays are behind us, the weather can be cold and dreary, and for many, those New Year’s resolutions are starting to feel distant. It’s easy to get caught up in a slump and let the negative thoughts take over. But here’s the thing: Blue Monday doesn’t have to be a day full of gloom and frustration. In fact, today can be an opportunity to reset, refocus, and reignite your drive for success in 2025.
Let’s Shift Our Mindset Together. Here’s a question: Are you up for an exercise that can help turn today around?
I’ll guide you through it. It’s simple, but powerful. We’re going to start by reframing Blue Monday as a chance to take action.
One of the best insights I’ve learned comes from the book The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor. He explains that happiness fuels productivity—not the other way around. When we take time to focus on what makes us happy and grateful, we create a positive cycle that not only boosts our mindset but also propels us to work with more clarity and purpose.
So, let’s embrace this positive cycle today. Here’s a powerful exercise that will shift your focus from what’s missing to all the good that surrounds you.
Gratitude Exercise: Start by taking a deep breath and thinking about all the things in your life that you’re grateful for. It’s easy to get bogged down by what we don’t have or what’s challenging us, but gratitude can instantly change our perspective.
Now, grab a pen and write down 5 things that you are grateful for. It could be your health, your family, your business, your friends, or even the small moments that bring you joy. There are no wrong answers—this is about recognizing the blessings, big or small, that you often take for granted.
Take a moment to write those down. How do you feel? More positive? More energized?
Refocus Your Goals for 2025. Now that you’ve shifted your mindset with gratitude, let’s get clear on where you’re headed in the year ahead.
Your goal for 2025 is to reach a specific financial target. Whether it’s closing a certain number of deals, hitting a revenue goal, or growing your network, it’s important to have clear priorities.
So, let’s take that goal and break it down into actionable steps. In real estate, your priorities should be clear: lead generation, lead conversion, and client retention. These are the core areas that will move the needle in your business.
Your Action Plan Until March 21st
Now, let’s map out 5 tasks or strategies that will help you hit your goal by March 21st. Think about the actions you can take over the next two months to make real progress.
Keep the Momentum Going
As you move through January, remember that Blue Monday doesn’t have to define your day. Instead, use it as a jumping-off point to refocus, reset, and set your intentions for the months ahead. With a grateful mindset and a clear action plan, you’ll stay motivated and productive, ready to conquer your goals.
Let’s make 2025 a year of growth, success, and gratitude. You’ve got this!
Wishing you a productive and positive week ahead!