Here we are! The first episode of 2025. Wow, I cannot believe we are a quarter through the century. We are starting the year off with a bang and having both kids get a necessary dental procedure out of the way. When i planned it, I went through a thought process (a decision-making framework) that helped me figure out what I needed to make it work. Self-awareness, self-development, self-understanding… whatever you want to call it is critical in making decisions. I want to encourage you today to commit to yourself that in 2025, you will understand your uniqueness more deeply. It starts with getting a baseline of where you are. In today’s episode, I will introduce you to some questions that will help you start the process! Let’s do this! Ready to overcome overwhelm and imposter syndrome? Let’s chat! Book your FREE call today, and let’s create a game plan and uncover God's amazing plans for you! Book your call below! Ready to take action? Book a Call with Me! Set a time on your calendar right before our call to take a moment and breathe. This is the only preparation you'll need. It's that easy! Join the call and allow your heart to be heard and seen. Key Takeaways: Celebratory Start to 2025: The podcast begins with a positive tone, marking the first episode of the year and sharing a personal story about the host's children undergoing wisdom teeth extraction.Importance of Self-Awareness: The episode emphasizes self-awareness as crucial for understanding personal needs and desires, encouraging listeners to reflect on their situations and how they wish them to unfold.14 Elements of Self-Awareness: The host outlines key elements that contribute to self-awareness, such as identifying non-negotiables, core values, and distinguishing between energy-draining and energy-boosting activities.Shine Framework: The episode introduces the Shine framework, focusing on the first pillar, "See Yourself Clearly," which involves understanding oneself to facilitate meaningful change.Habits and Decision-Making: Listeners are encouraged to examine their daily habits and decision-making processes, recognizing patterns that influence choices and deciding whether to maintain or alter them.Reflective Questions: Tami poses questions to aid self-exploration, such as identifying areas of life where listeners feel stuck and recognizing hindering patterns.Understanding Motivations: The episode highlights the importance of understanding the motivations behind habitual behaviors, using Tami's struggle with procrastination as an example.Deeper Self-Reflection: Listeners are invited to engage in deeper self-reflection over a week, uncovering subconscious patterns that influence behavior.Coaching and Program Offer: The host offers coaching services and introduces the "Align and Shine" program to help participants understand their calling and make intentional decisions.Confronting Uncomfortable Truths: The episode stresses the importance of examining uncomfortable truths, being open to feedback, and confronting fears and past traumas with grace and forgiveness.Call to Action: The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to schedule a conversation with the host and consider joining the "Align and Shine" program, encouraging a journey of self-discovery and growth in 2025. Journal Question: The 3 questions asked in the episode are: Where do you currently feel stuck?What patterns do you notice in your life that might be holding you back?How willing are you to examine uncomfortable truths about yourself? Do you have a business or want to start a business (side gig or “thing”)? Check out this resource I created with you in mind! 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES MADE WHEN STARTING A BUSINESS Join Our Free Facebook Community Ready to join a supportive community of women working together to create and live our purpose? Join our free Facebook group Divine Destiny: Living a Purpose-Aligned Life. Find me: @tamimariecoaching on Instagram and FacebookLinkedIn @tamiimlayEmail me: tami@tamimariecoaching.com My website is www.tamimariecoaching.comSend me a DM! I would love to connect with you!For more information on the song:Guitalele's Happy Place by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. https://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/56194 Ft: Kara Square (mindmapthat)Copyright Daily Choosing Joy LLC 2024