january ending thoughts

One month is officially over in 2021. I have to admit, it wasn't as slow as it usually is. Maybe I have a more renewed sense of life. I hope to share my monthly thoughts with you guys this year, as I want to be more intentionally reflective. So, I guess this is part brain dump, part reflection, part things that I loved, and part things I'm looking forward to in the upcoming months. Let's go! 

I want to start by saying that I spent some time before the year truly started to set my intentions straight. What I really want to accomplish, and how I want to grow into a better version of Nishita in 2021--a truer version of her. A lot of my thought went into where did I shy away from being great? What habit patterns do I need to break this year to really be me. That wasn't the easiest process--admitting to myself and people I love dearly that I messed up, time and time again. That I didn't show up as the person they know me to be, time and time again. But, it was a MUCH needed process. Because, how can we truly grow if we're not fessing up to the things that make us weak instead of bold and strong? I made it a point that this year I was going to be courageous and bold, and live everyday filled with so much love and grace, because that truly is who I feel I am.

I truly feel that I showed UP for January! I have never been this productive, disciplined, and filled with joy. Well, I'm sure I have been, but it's been a while since I've seen this Nishita--just amped for life and what each day holds. I felt I was more present with myself, more intentional in the way I spent my time, and with those in my life. 

• January was filled with moments of self-love. I learned how to better organize my time so that I can spend my evenings and weekends doing this that fill my cup--reading and learning, baking and watching TV (nothing wrong with a little veg out session!).
• My attempt at being less consumer-y has kicked off great! I bought things that I need, and not just because I wanted something based off of a sale. I'm really trying my best to not be at the whim of retail (which is hard for, you guys!). 
• My husband and I have spent time doing what we love--snowboarding! I am no pro, a mere beginner. But I ended the month with my longest run ever, and felt so. dang. proud. of myself. 
• I have had hard conversations with my family that help me get closer to them, and again make me a stronger person. Our bonds are sturdier, despite the temporary pain. We're much happier at the end of it! 
• Dinacharya is KEY! Ayurveda is where it's at, and my daily routine keeps me ticking like clock work. Whether it's my warm water in the morning, my daily practice, going to bed on time, meditating... whatever I have set my heart to in my routine, THIS makes me a better person, every single day. If you don't have a daily routine, read about WHY you need on pronto! 
• We have a new president! I am so excited to see the good work that comes from this moment. 

I am so filled with hope at what the next month will bring. There is still much work that needs to be done. Nothing great is accomplished overnight. But, I anchor myself in knowing that love will always prevail. Good will always prevail. And I ask myself every morning, and pray that I can live with these from moment to moment. 

I hope that January brought a ray of light--no matter how strong. And that that ray of light will guide you into this new month with a fresh outlook and a sincere love for all that is wonderful. 

Here's to you, dear friends. 
much love,
​-n