First of all there is no right way or wrong way to set an intention. Life is so simple and sometimes unintentionally we humans make it complicated. I will share with you my practice. Feel free to tweak it and get as creative as you like with yours.

It started over five years ago, I started setting intentions instead of resolutions. I think it was because year after year of making a resolution that  I would quickly forget. I got tired of making  resolutions.   So that is when I decided to set an intention.  I mean I was living a intentional life anyways so, It just made sense to me.  Then when  I looked up the word intention in the dictionary I was hooked. Here is the definition I read.

Intention Means:

“A course of action that one intends to follow.”

When you set an intentional course of action that is aligned with your truth and highest good it becomes much easier to align your actions with and easier to stay motivated all year long.  Once I set an intention. I post it on a sticky note and reflect upon it all through out the year. It is  especially helpful when I am distracted. The post it note helps me re-calibrate, reflect and realign with my truth and intention and I love it.

Its funny cause some years I know exactly what will be my intention ( like last year) other years ( like this year) I don’t know right away. There was one word that stood out to be starting the third quarter of 2012. It is now on the list for my intention for 2013. The other two words came through prayer and meditation.

Here are a few simple easy practical tips you can use to set a yearly intention.  

1.) Through prayer, meditation pick a word or few words to set as your intention. .Once you pick a word if you like, you can  attach it to an affirmation, sacred scripture, mantra, desired feeling or prayer. Whatever feels right for you. I usually attach mine to a affirmation or desired feeling.

2.)  Once you pick your word. W rite it down and  post it where you can see it everyday. I once met a man who was very creative and decided to hire a man from Esty to hand carve him his word of intention which was ” joy”.  He said it cost like $5.00 Then he would keep it where he could see it all year long . At the end of the year he would pick his next word and use the old one as a home decoration. Gives a new meaning to ” Good Intentions” His home is filled with his wooden words of good intentions and positive energy. Love it!

It is really that simple! Just remember keep it simple and there is no right way or wrong way. Ok, now I will show you mine if you show me yours.:) I will go first. Here is my intentions for 2013

1. Ease: I plan to work with ease it feels good to even say it. I think because it reminds me of the word easy. The definition of ease is a state of rest, relaxation, or leisure: Freedom from difficulty, hardship. Freedom from pain, worry, or agitation. Love it. Being a busy CEO and Founder ease  is exactly what I need to set as a intention and to align myself with.

2. Grow: I plan to grow my new brands I launched in 2012 like Daily Love Assignment e-University, Inner Tough Chic(k)! Institute, Burst Global Publishing, Roxie Love Couture.

3. Truth Seeker: I plan to seek truth, authenticity, transparency, realness, truth and speak my truth and connect with truth and nothing but the truth so help me God.

There you have it and now its your turn to share. In the comments section. Can’ t wait to read your response and feel free to share this article with your friends.

On a side note: I really feel the  Mayans had it right about the end of time as we know it.  I want to share a quote with you that is so poignant and my sentiments exactly. Enjoy!

 ”According to the Mayan calendar, December 21, 2012 marks the end of non-time and the beginning of time. It is the end of the Macha and the beginning of the Pacha. It is the end of selfishness and the beginning of brotherhood. It is the end of individualism and the beginning of collectivism, the end of hatred and the beginning of love. The end of lies and the beginning of truth. It is the end of sadness and the beginning of joy. It is the end of division and the beginning of unity.”

-President Evo Morales of Bolivia to the U.N.

Have a happy NEW year and wonderful 2013. It  is going to be amazing NEW year. Cheers to a safe, happy and healthy year for you and yours. Love you all so much!

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