7 things to leave behind in 2023

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” You’ve got to let that go sis,
it’s not your burden to carry.”

We sat around the dining room table and while eating slices of pizza I allowed those words pierce my heart and make room for healing.

This past year brought many lessons. (Paid Subscribers stay tuned for a bonus entry)

One lesson that I was reminded of (more than once) this year was to let go.
That if I truly want to create from a healthy space of joy, freedom, and gratitude, then I need to embrace that with my entire life. And it cannot be done if your hands are closed.
Read Living A Life with Open Hands Here.

As I look ahead to the new year, I know that I need to release certain things from the past in order to make room for growth and new beginnings.
Here are seven things I'm leaving behind in 2023:

7 things I am leaving behind in 2023.

1. I am leaving behind perfectionism and the fear of failure that comes with it.
   No longer will I allow the fears that come attached with perfectionism keep me from creating and sharing my work with the world. For the world isn’t waiting for perfection, they want honesty, connection, and authenticity.

2. I am leaving behind the pressure of being productive at the expense of my well-being.
   No longer will I be bound by the pressures to create to feel worthy and of value. I will honor my life, my healing, my calling by being intentional and making space to restore and replenish.

3. I am leaving behind procrastination including the habit of delaying my dreams.
   No longer will worry be the reason I press pause on my dreams. I will make the most of every opportunity presented to me, even if I’m scared.

4. I am leaving behind painful memories that keep me from walking in forgiveness.
   No longer will I hold on to hurt that keeps me in bondage from forgiving myself and others. During the moments of doubt, pain, and shame I will remember that:

You can choose to hold on to hurt
or you can let go and heal but you can’t do both.

5. I am leaving behind physical and mental clutter that weighs me down.
   No longer will I hold on to the weight of unnecessary belongings and thoughts, clearing the way for a lighter, more peaceful existence.

6. I am leaving behind people who drain my energy, disrespect my boundaries, and hinder my growth. No longer will I surround myself with folks who keep me from peace. Peace over Pieces.

7. I am leaving behind past mistakes that keep me from moving forward.
   No longer will my past mistakes define me. I will no longer allow mistakes from my past hold me back. I will move forward with grace and gentleness.

Mindful Art Journaling Prompt: I’ll share mine on our private chat!

-Draw 7 circles(bubbles) in your journal.
- In each circle write out something you’re letting go of.
-Color each circle in & write an affirmation on letting go on the bottom.

Community, I would love to hear about your year. What are some lessons you had to learn this year? Any reoccurring lessons? What’s something you had to let go of?
I’ll see you in the comments!