I’m done with second-guessing myself. It’s been a tug-of-war inner battle that kept me from making decisions, taking actions, and feeling overwhelmed. And I’m over it. Closing that chapter in my life.

I’m proud to say I ended 2024 on an empowering note. Because I said YES to myself, trusted my inner guidance, and then followed through with aligned actions.

I prioritized myself and my mental well-being. I honored my authentic self. I’ve taken some leaps of faith. Hiked along the coast in Portugal on an adventure tour back in Sept/Oct, joined Whoggga (social and business development, networking group), and I’ve accepted the role of the NFTV Festival Advisory Board Co-Chair after serving as an advisory board member last year.

This all happening wasn’t random, I intentionally decided and showed up.

With that in mind, I made a decision to dedicate 2025 to Trusting Myself More, and second guessing myself less. Because if you’re second guessing yourself in one area of your life, chances are you’re doing in other areas. It’s a mind-looping pattern.

Every decision or commitment will be filtered through whether or not it aligns in some way, with my authentic code: Connection, Self-Expression, Self-Growth, and Impact. (More on how I’ve defined this for myself another time.).

This will be my compass along with my intuition. I’m committed to this decision, so I can live my most authentic life.

I want to encourage you to see where you can take one small leap of faith, take a chance on yourself, on your dreams right now. Keep in mind, taking a leap of faith, can be small actions, rather than being big, bold, and dramatic. Though if you’re ready for big and bold, go for it!

This is a powerful place to start, small actions that all adds up to radical change over time. One decision at a time, one aligned action at a time.

Let’s dwell in the possibility mindset. If nothing was stopping you, you couldn’t disappoint anyone, and all the resources you need were available, consider the reflection questions below. Lean in and consider. What if? Why not you? Why not, right now, this time, this year?

Reflection Questions/Journal Prompts:

• Where are you second guessing yourself? Where can you take a leap of faith?
• What is one action or decision you can take that’s different than the past?
• How can you turn a lesson learned into a different experience?
• What would you like to see change? What are you willing to let go of?
• What memory or experience are you most excited to create this year?

Make it real. Make it something you’ll commit to. You can even create “I’ve Decided” statements. (More on that practice here.)

Write it out (journal, notes app, etc), voice memo it, ponder about it while on a walk/run/hike then jot it down right after, talk it out loud or with coach/mentor or trusted friend who supports you.

Get clarity first, then you can figure out the next aligned steps.

Tell me what leap of faith you’re taking, or what your intention is for this year. (Today’s a perfect day to take a few minutes to figure this out.) I’m here for you.

Can’t wait to hear how it works out for you!

Either hit reply on this email (sarina@crself.com), or text or DM me on Instagram to share your thoughts or for motivational and encouraging words.

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May this inspire you to show up in your life today, tomorrow, and always.
I deeply honor you. Thank-you for being here with me! – Sarina

Sarina Tomel

Leadership/Mindset Coach + HR Consultant/Trainer
Speaker ~ Writer ~ AdventureSeeker

Sarina is working on a memoir about recovery through running, repeated heartbreak, and healing the trauma.

Sarina teaches and coaches her clients on how to Step up, Speak up, and Stand up for their careers, relationships, and well-being.

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P.S. If you need more coaching/consulting or training support for yourself or your team, check out my Let’s Work Together page for more details. Whether it’s for procrastination, communication strategy, change management, accountability for self or team, leadership/talent development, building confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome, or something else I specialize in.

Here’s the link to schedule a consult to discuss this further. Would love to connect and explore if it feels aligned for you and/or your team!