It’s been 365 record lows and record highs, loving and losing, fun and confusing, praying and shifting gears….. Yeah, it’s been a year.

– Ashley Cooke

A little over a year ago, I found myself at a low point, facing significant personal and professional challenges. However, today, I stand in a much better place, perhaps the best I’ve ever been. This transformation did not happen instantaneously; it began in October when I resolved to challenge the status quo.

In collaboration with my friend, Gail, I set out to create a digital course. Although the course itself did not materialize, the journey sparked a process of personal growth. It helped me rebuild my self-confidence, rediscover my passion for writing, and adopt an abundance-focused mindset, moving away from a scarcity-driven perspective.

January marked a turning point in my commitment to this new outlook. I firmly decided that abundance was the only way forward for me, refusing to settle for anything less. This decision represented a significant shift in my approach to life and my aspirations.

March emerged as a crucial month for introspection. I scrutinized various facets of my life, including my business endeavors, our home-building progress, and my personal relationships. This period of reflection led me to a profound realization: the immense power of gratitude. I immersed myself in resources on gratitude, manifestation, and abundance, absorbing knowledge through YouTube videos and books.

From the wealth of insights I gained, five key lessons stood out:

1. Starting your day with gratitude can transform any day into a positive experience.
2. Regardless of the challenges faced, there is always something positive to be discovered.
3. It is crucial to clearly articulate your desires to the universe. You have the right to want anything.
4. Gratitude and belief are powerful tools that can bring any dream to fruition.
5. Not only must you have gratitude and belief, but you must also take action to achieve your dreams.

This year has taught me that personal growth and happiness are attainable through a shift in mindset and proactive steps towards one’s goals. By embracing gratitude and abundance, I have laid the foundation for a fulfilling and prosperous future.

Are you looking for a way to shift your mindset, get out of a rut, or find more positivity in your life? Here are some of the Youtube videos, books, and experts, I’ve loved and will continue to listen to as I keep going on this journey.

Amanda Frances – “Mama. CEO. Self made multimillionaire. Best selling author x3. Repetitive unrealistic goal achiever. Commonly known as… The Money Queen.”

Brian Scott – The Reality Revolution Youtube Channel: I listen to episodes focused on money, shifting identity, and dreams.

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

The Power by Rhonda Byrne

Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life by Bob Proctor

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