Use the / template [[Annual Note Template]] # Identify the theme for next year # Update the daily, weekly and seasonal note templates for the annual theme # Prep for next year 1) Duplicate the folder with the annual review process and point all dataview to the next year 2) Duplicate the seasonal notes and point all dataview to the correct time period 3) Point the annual review canvas to the correct documents 4) Update the Adventures page and point to the correct documents and time 5) Update the Projects page and point to the correct time and documents # Annual Review: [Insert Year] ## Theme for the Year: **The Year of Shabbat** --- ## Part 1: Reflecting on the Year ### 1. Consolidating Seasonal Insights - **Spring Highlights**: - [Major successes or joyful moments] - [Lessons learned] - **Summer Highlights**: - [Major successes or joyful moments] - [Lessons learned] - **Autumn Highlights**: - [Major successes or joyful moments] - [Lessons learned] - **Winter Highlights**: - [Major successes or joyful moments] - [Lessons learned] ### 2. Big-Picture Reflections - **What are the overarching themes or patterns from the year?** - [E.g., Growth, resilience, relationships] - **What strengths did I lean on this year?** - [List key strengths or habits] - **What challenges stretched me the most, and how did I grow from them?** - [Challenge and growth point] --- ## Part 2: Aligning with My Values ### 1. Values Check - **Did my actions this year align with my values?** [Yes/No] - **Where did I drift, and what can I adjust next year?** - [Reflection on alignment and misalignment] ### 2. Rest and Renewal - **How well did I honor rest and balance this year?** - [E.g., Weekly rest, seasonal renewal practices] - **What rhythms or practices helped me most?** - [E.g., Hiking, family time, journaling] --- ## Part 3: Gratitude and Celebration ### 1. Gratitude - **What am I most thankful for this year?** - [People, experiences, moments] ### 2. Celebration - **What successes or milestones can I celebrate?** - [Accomplishments worth acknowledging] - **How will I celebrate my growth?** - [E.g., A personal retreat, a gathering with loved ones] --- ## Part 4: Preparing for the New Year ### 1. Setting the Stage - **What do I want next year to feel like?** - [E.g., Balanced, adventurous, focused, or restful] - **What lessons from this year will guide me forward?** - [Key takeaways or principles] ### 2. Choosing My Theme - **What theme will inspire and guide my next year?** - [E.g., "The Year of Seasonality," "The Year of Purposeful Rest"] --- ## Part 5: Priorities for the Next Year ### 1. Key Priorities 1. [Priority 1: Specific and aligned with values] 2. [Priority 2: Specific and aligned with values] 3. [Priority 3: Specific and aligned with values] ### 2. Seasonal Preview - **Spring Focus**: [Goals for growth and action] - **Summer Focus**: [Goals for connection and exploration] - **Autumn Focus**: [Goals for reflection and harvest] - **Winter Focus**: [Goals for rest and renewal] --- ## Part 6: Integration and Accountability ### 1. Building Support - **What habits or systems will I strengthen to stay aligned?** - [E.g., Weekly reviews, morning routines, family check-ins] - **What resources or people will help me stay accountable?** - [E.g., Mentors, tools, or partnerships] ### 2. Final Alignment - **Does this plan reflect my values and priorities?** [Yes/No] - **Am I setting myself up for balance and fulfillment?** [Yes/No] --- ## Final Words for the Year - **What one word or phrase captures this year’s essence?** - [E.g., Growth, Resilience, Connection] - **What intention do I want to carry into the new year?** - [E.g., Gratitude, Adventure, Simplicity]