5 Things to Detox in January to Feel More Aligned Than Ever

I'm not a fan of the 'New Year, New Me' philosophy as such, instead I believe we are meant to expand, grow and evolve over time, and continually endeavour to become better versions of ourselves. I do however, know that if you want a different result, you need to take different actions, so if you are ready for new energy and new levels of success in 2025, here is my list of things to detox throughout January: 

The start of the new year is the perfect time to take a closer look at your previous year of saving, spending and investments.

Are you in a better place than when you started the year?

Have you hit your financial goals?

Do you notice any unhelpful spending patterns that are causing you to self-sabotage your success?

What different action can you take this year, to reach your next level goals, and how will you keep yourself accountable? 

What situations came up around money that you need to release and let go of?

What subscriptions or outgoings can you cancel, that no longer feel aligned? 

(If you want to dive deeper into this, I have created an Annual Money Workbook that you can purchase from Amazon here). 

2 - Your Contacts List 

Not everyone gets to have access to you - Fact! You may have heard the expression, 'Your net-worth is in your network', and I couldn't agree more! This doesn't just include your financial net-worth, but also your energetic cup. If you are currently surrounded by people that don't inspire, lift you up or provide a safe space to discuss your embarassing goals and dreams, then you need to find a new circle of people to surround yourself with. It will be a gamechanger in business, and in life. It's so tempting to hang on to relationships that you have outgrown, because of the 'good times' you once shared, but not everyone in our life is meant to be with us on our journey for the long haul. Some people come into our lives for a reason or a season and that's ok! It doesn't make you a bad person, but letting go of these one-sided or unfulfilling relationships and contacts, will only create space for new friends and connections that will support you to grow, as you move into your next chapter of life. I once deleted over 100 contacts from my phone on a New Years Eve, and it felt so liberating!! 

3 - Your Wardrobe

What would your future self wear as she moves into 2025? Does your current wardrobe align with that version of you? The version that allows herself to be supported in her clothing, that she wears with confidence, and makes a symbolic statement to the world about how she should be treated? Or is it full of outfits that 'will do', are cheap, practical and don't allow you to show up with your best self energy? Remember - your relationship with money is symbolic of the standards that you set for all areas of your life! 

4 - Your Diary

Do your current routines, appointments and commitments still work for you? This year, for me, with a new-born baby I will not be committing to as many live calls and regular commitments, as I already know these don't align with a new baby schedule. Rather than wait until I feel overwhelmed, guilty or burnt out, I am proactively transitioning clients and programs and being super strict with Guest Expert requests, so my diary already feels more flexible and spacious.

Do your 1:1 clients need weekly zoom calls, or could you swap out a call or 2 for Voxer support instead?

Do you need to do every school-run and daily dog walk, or could someone else help you with these commitments once a week?

Do you still feel excited by that weekly coffee catch up, exercise class or food shop or can things be switched up or removed, to allow space for something better?

5 - Your Work Environment 

What you focus on, expands, and if you are currently working in an environment of chaos, chances are, this is being reflected back to you in your results. Today is a great time to take a look at your work environment and assess if it is a space that lights you up and inspires you to do your best work, feeling like the absolute boss that you are, or whether it is a deflating reminder of unpaid bills, unfiled paperwork and outstanding to-do lists. Maybe you don't even have a designated work space, and instead balance your laptop on your knee while 'working on the sofa', which adds to your stress levels as you hunt around for important paperwork and reminders. If this is the case, are you actually treating your business as the life-changing, money-making, legacy-leaving tool that it is? Or do you just have a hobby that keeps you busy? Time for an honest conversation with yourself, as there are always easier ways to make money my friend than being an Entrepreneur! 

And a few bonus suggestions from me..

6 - Content that you are consuming 

Are the social media accounts, podcasts, TV series, radio stations or books that you are consuming each day, inspiring you to want more for yourself? Or are they making you feel less-than, defeated, or overwhelmed? Next to time, your energy is your greatest resource in your business so guard it with your life! Because the quality of your life (and happiness), quite literally depends on it! 

7 - Email Subscriptions

How many emails and free content have you subscribed to, throughout your entrepreneurial journey that once gave you value, but now feels like one constant pitch-fest that leaves you feeling like an under achiever? Not only will realigning the people that have access to you feel really empowering and protect your peace, but feeling on top of your inbox will also make you feel more organised and in control of your business too!

Like anything in life, getting more bang for your energetic buck starts with using your time, energy and money with more intention, and there is no better time to realign those things than at a New Year! 

Happy detoxing!  

Let me know in the comments, what else you would add to this list?