The Art of Reflection: Preparing for a Meaningful New Year
The New Year is a threshold—a liminal space between what was and what is yet to come. It is an opportunity to take an out breath, be in the present moment of our lives, and begin taking the next inhale. I would like to share with you some powerful practices that could help amplify your self reflection, growth, and vision-setting during this potent time of year.
Being a Psychedelic Guide, it is not surprising that I think sacred medicines are one of the most transformational tools you can use at critical reflection points. Whether you’re reviewing the past year or setting goals for the next, psychedelics facilitate a state of expanded awareness, allowing you to see patterns and lessons with greater clarity. They help to anchor your intentions at a greater soul level, creating a foundation for the year ahead rooted in authenticity and alignment.
Begin With Journaling
Begin this practice with a forgiveness ritual. As you enter a new year, releasing old burdens is key to making room for new growth. Remember the saying, “Holding a grudge is like drinking poison”. Truly, harboring resentment and negative feelings towards someone else ultimately harms yourself. So let that go – this year.
Write down a list of people, situations, or even aspects of yourself that you feel ready to forgive (or even just release). Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves. Create a ritual to let go of these grievances—perhaps burning the list in a safe space, symbolizing the release of stagnant energy and transformation of old material into new energy and potential.
Next go on a meditative journey to your future self. Set aside 20–30 minutes for an intentional, self-guided meditation. Begin by relaxing into your breath, then envision yourself on December 31 of next year. What does your life look like? How does it feel? What accomplishments or transformations have unfolded? What have you resolved or learned? What finally has come to be true for you? Allow this visualization to anchor not just your goals but the essence of the person you wish to become. Write down any insights that arise post-meditation.
Vision Board For Potency… & Fun
Journaling tends to tap into the left-brain’s linear and analytical processes, so next go into vision boarding to invite your intuitive and creative right brain to play. Find a collection of magazines, images, or even digital tools to craft a board of visuals and words that resonate with your dreams for the upcoming year. Put on inspiring music and give yourself an uninterrupted block of time. This process allows you to co-create with the universe, blending your intentions with an openness to surprises and synchronicities.
When creating your vision board, trust your gut. If an image or word speaks to you—even if you don’t know why—add it. Often, the act of arranging these pieces reveals deeper desires and truths you may not have consciously realized. Put your new year vision board up where you can see and affirm it frequently. At year’s end, you’ll be amazed at what has come to be.
Connect In Community Ceremony
While these exercises can be powerful on their own, they take on an entirely new depth in a supportive community container. That’s why I’m thrilled to invite you to our New Year’s Heart Activation Retreat in Marin County, from December 30th to January 1st.
This two-night immersive experience will include:
Sacred Medicine Ceremonies: To help you reflect on 2024 and set transformative intentions for 2025.
Creative Visioning Practices: Guided journaling, vision boarding, and meditative exercises to align your heart and mind with the year ahead.
Community Support: Experience the magic of shared reflection and connection in a safe, nurturing environment.
Healing and Nourishment: With therapeutic massage, a private chef, and opportunities to simply rest and reset.
There’s something uniquely powerful about stepping into the New Year with intention and ceremony. Psychedelics, combined with intentional practices and community support, provide a profound gateway to transformation, leaving you inspired and aligned as you move into 2025.
Let’s co-create a vision for the year ahead—one that honors your past, celebrates your present, and calls for a future brimming with purpose and possibility.
Reserve your spot now, and let’s welcome 2025 together in sacred reflection and joyful anticipation.
