7 Questions to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet

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Jan 1, 2025

Sahil Bloom, author of "5 Types of Wealth" and creator of "The Curiosity Chronicle," shares a 7-step framework for a personal annual review. He emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the past year to set meaningful goals for personal growth, relationships, and career. The discussion covers identifying negative influences, facing fears that hold you back, and finding a balance between family and creativity. Sahil also offers innovative tactics for tracking progress and improving your approach to personal development, making 2025 your best year yet.

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ADVICE

Reflect Before Planning

Focus on reflecting on the past year before planning for the next.
Learn from experience by reflecting on it, not just having it.

ADVICE

Seven Question Framework

Structure your annual review around seven key questions.
This framework helps you reflect on various aspects of your life.

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Embrace Changing Your Mind

Ask yourself what you changed your mind on during the year.
If nothing, worry, as adaptation and mental updates are crucial for growth.

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