Staying on Track in 2012 : Goal Reminders

Although my dreaming & scheming is complete for 2012, that hardly means the work is done. Aside from action steps and other progress markers to keep myself on track, I am a big believer in surrounding myself with inspiration and reminders of what I want to achieve. I think our goals need to be all up in our faces so they don't get pushed to the backburner.

Even before I set my specific goals for this year, I have gathered various motivational pieces into an altar area in my yoga studio/art studio/office/closet space {hey, gotta work with what space you have!}. I have a framed print that says, "Believe in yourself," a set of inspiration cards from Louise Hay, a Buddha statue with a candle and a stamp with Gandhi's quote, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." With my focused plans for 2012, I hope to incorporate a few new pieces that reflect my 2012 goals.

Here are a few ideas for physical items to help you remember your intentions throughout the year:

1. A print featuring your One Little Word, personal mission statement or a specific mantra for the year. I designed the print shown above with my personal mission statement, and it hangs above my desk. Note: Interested in having one of your own? For $10 {this includes s/h} I can create a 8x10" typographic print of your mission statement, One Little Word, or mantra with a watercolor or solid color background. Longer manifestos are $22. Just email me at CaitididDesigns {at} gmail {dot} com if you're interested!

2. Custom Stamped Sterling Silver Rings by foxwise, $24.95. I love the idea of putting your One Little Word on a ring because it will always be in plain sight and help you remember what's important to you. It could even be a yearly tradition, and you could wear the rings stacked together with all your mantras/words. Another great option is Lisa Leonard's Word of the Year necklaces.

3. Custom Ceramic Egg from palomasnest, $28. These stamped eggs would look lovely placed somewhere special, perhaps in a nest of its own as a symbol of what you hope to be growing and cultivating this year. {PS: Thanks to Danielle, who shared this idea on her blog as part of her annual tradition.}

4. Practice Gratitude Organic Cotton Shirt from Tees for Change, $34. You have no choice but to be grateful {or mindful, or a change maker, etc.} if it's declared across your chest! I'm also a big fan of QuotableCards and all their products, and The Universe Knows goodies, especially the coffee mugs.

I have some DIY posts planned that feature projects to help you stay on track with your goals, so stay tuned for those in the future. What's your favorite inspirational item? Do you do anything special to memorialize your One Little Word or new year's resolutions?