Let’s face it. Six months have passed and New Year’s resolutions have been forgotten. Between work and taking care of little ones, life can get hectic, and selfcare can be swept under the rug. After overcoming the first half of the year, take the time to reconnect with yourself, recharge, and reset to conquer the second half of the year.

Reconnect
Before setting new intentions for the second half of the year, the first and most important step is to take a moment to assess where you are at right now. Check in with yourself. How are you doing? When was the last time you had the chance to sit with yourself and talk to God?

Whether it’s out in nature, the driver’s seat of your car or the office bathroom, find a quiet place where you can carve out a few minutes in your busy schedule to pray. Dig deeper into your connection with God by joining a Bible study group at your local church or simply tune your radio to Z88.3.

Reflect with God about the events that have brought you this far into the year. Thank Him for all of the happy memories and ask Him to help you understand the hardships. Listen to God and ask him how he wants you to live out the second half of this year.

Recharge
Rest is essential for both the mind and body. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is easy to forget that you need time for yourself too. Whether it’s a trip to the spa, curling up with a good book or taking a walk around your neighborhood, spend at least one day this summer taking care of yourself. Have a “you” day where you do whatever you heart desires.

Take a note from your vacationing kiddos and have a little fun this summer. Cherish the time you have with your children over summer break by taking a trip to one of Florida’s sandy beaches, thrilling theme parks, or educational museums. On a rainy day, stay in and dance to your family’s favorite songs, build a fort, or have a movie night.

Reset
Once you have taken the time to reconnect with yourself and God and recharge, it’s finally time to reset. Work with God to discover the right path for you. Write down your goals and intentions in a journal or on sticky notes and place them somewhere you can revisit them often. Along with your newly refurbished resolutions, choose a verse or two that you would like to hold on to as a guiding light on your journey.

To keep your goals achievable, plan out the steps you intend to take. Create a vision board and set reminders to keep your resolution at the forefront of your mind. It is also crucial to have a solid support system through this process. Share your goals with your family and keep them updated about your progress. For further support, have your family join in on your half-year reset by setting a new goal for the entire family such as Friday family movie night or weekly outings.

No matter your goals, remember to make time to rest your mind and body and spend time recharging with your family before charging full speed ahead into the next six months.

By: Jenna Greaves