Here we are. Another year closing down, a new one just around the corner. Full of promise, hope, and the start of something new. This time of year, between Christmas and New Year’s Day, is always a special moment in time. I like to call it the space between. It is the space between rushed holiday hustling backed by long hours of relaxation, peace, and gratitude. The space between failed expectations and new beginnings. The space between who we thought we could be and who we might become.
We have a chance to curl up with our thoughts and focus on possibilities. We turn our attention to manifesting new ideas and release yesterday’s burdens.
Now is the time to focus fully on what you want with intention, clarity, and your heart.
The space between is one of the most valuable places to witness transformation.
I am not just talking about the time period of the week between Christmas and New Year’s, I am talking about the space between everything in your life. The space between your past perceived mistakes and your future more together, more with it, focused, happy self. The space between the insecure, sad self and the confident, powerful version of you. The space between your broken, tender heart and the healed, vibrant version of your being. The space between fear and love—this space is a valuable place to allow yourself to be. The space between is the catalyst for true transformation.
Who you are right now in this moment is more important than the goals reached in the new year. The self-awareness, compassion, and intention you bring forth is the art of becoming. The art of becoming is more important that the dreams manifested. Don’t skip over this time of your life. The moments of feeling unbalanced are opportunities to realign yourself, the moments of weakness are designed to show you how strong you really are, the moments of frustration and fear are invitations for love. Nothing you experience is ever out of order; it all has a purpose and a reason. You may not know that reason yet, but your future self is guiding you.
Take this time to go inward and declare what you really want for yourself and your life. Where are you settling? And what are you willing to release? The new year promises hope and a strong-willed focus forward. I hope you embrace this space in between and allow yourself to dream bigger and trust yourself more. As we close down yet another year, I’d like to offer some guidance to make your new year the best one yet.
Here is my with for you for the new year:
1. That you can let go with grace and ease
Look at areas of your life that feel toxic or negative. Instead of asking “Why can’t I break free?”, ask yourself “What can I do to cultivate more self-love in this situation?” The more you focus on you with love, the easier it will be to remove what no longer works.
2. That you trust yourself and practice self-love
To cultivate true self-love, we have to learn how to be in the space between what was and what has yet to come. Just sitting with whatever comes up and allowing yourself to be present will help pull you through.
3. That you can gracefully be comfortable in the unknown
Most of us don’t like the uncomfortable space between, but this is where the true transformation will take place.
4. That you prioritize self-care
The more we take care of ourselves, the easier and quieter our fear-based mind will be in the between times.
The more you take care of yourself, the easier it is to remove what no longer serves you.
5. That you see how beautiful you really are
You have a light inside of you so bright and so luminous that your love can heal the world. Allow yourself to be more of you and trust the rhymes of your own soul. You are beautiful just as you are. You don’t have to change to be accepted; you just have to change your perceptions so you can accept yourself.
Sending you lots of love for a fabulous new year.
Thank you for this article, it is helpful and I am feeling lost at the moment.
I feel I am so fear based and fearful in my thoughts that I am constricted.
I am not normally like this- I have received great feedback from the universe when I am my authentic self inwardly and outwardly.
I am in a long distance relationship currently and although it is loving and fulfilling the fear of it ending or it getting more and more loose from my grasp, takes my breath away.
I know this thinking is all wrong. Even the word grasp is not loving. I am trying to hold it too hard and look for guarantees.
I am trying to focus on balancing my life so it is fulfilling and practical both when I am home and also when I am abroad living with my partner.
I’m not sure what I’m asking- I just know as much as I try to apply self love and meditating and being in nature and taking steps to balance both lives- I’m very fearful and I cannot shake it.
I know this ultimately this will only damage my relationship.
I feel I start all my relationships being authentic and open and loving and honest – but sooner or later it gets complicated, I’m fearful of communicating my needs and it’s like it becomes another type of animal that is no longer the good and love that I know is there- I muddy the waters with over thinking and over analyzing.
I will take this time and reflect and to find some clarity- but clarity is what always escapes me.
Thank you again for your article and the positive words. Much appreciated.
Hi Robyn, Hang in there and trust your inner guide. Keep aligning with what brings you joy. Love, Shannon
Thank you. I am trying to listen to my inner guide. Meditate, raise my vibration, be positive.
It comes in dips and spurts and then the fear takes over again and I try to negotiate love.
Thank you for your articles, they all speak to me in some way.
I have only found your website in the past week and it has been one of the most powerful, loving, strong, happy weeks yet. Looking forward to learning more and sharing with you in the year to come…Thank you being you
I am so glad you found this corner of the web. Happy New Year. Love, Shannon
All the love to you too, Shannon and a happy new year full of magic!!
Thank you, Happy New Year to you too.
Truly beautiful and wise thoughts for the new year. Thank you Shannon!
Thank you Shannon. As always, what you say resonates with me in such a positive way.
Happy New Year!
When are you coming back here in San Francisco?
It will nice to see you again. I can buy some your books and Mantras.
Happy New Year.
May God Bless You. 🙏