Setting Intentions for a Purposeful 2026
- 7 days ago
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As we approach the close of another year, it’s natural to pause and take stock
— to reflect on what went well, what could have gone differently, and what we truly want from the year ahead. Setting intentions isn’t about making a list of resolutions we’ll forget by February. It’s about consciously choosing the direction we want to move toward — aligning our actions, mindset, and energy with what really matters.
Three Questions to Guide You
As you prepare to step into 2026, take a quiet moment to reflect on three powerful questions:
💫 What do I want more of?
💫 What do I want less of?
💫 What am I already satisfied with?
These questions might look simple, but they carry depth. They invite us to slow down and get honest with ourselves — about what fuels us, what drains us, and what already works beautifully in our lives.
From Reflection to Intention
Intentions aren’t about perfection — they’re about direction. They give our daily choices meaning.
To set intentions that truly make a difference, consider:
Desires for More:What experiences bring you energy, fulfillment, and growth? Maybe it’s deeper connections, meaningful work, more creativity, or time for health and recovery.
Need for Less:What would you release if you could? Perhaps it’s unnecessary pressure, self-doubt, or habits that hold you back from your best self.
Acknowledging Satisfaction:What are you already grateful for? Recognizing what’s working creates stability and balance — and helps you build from a place of abundance, not scarcity.
Turning Intentions into Action
Reflection is the first step — action is where transformation begins.To bridge the gap between intention and reality, focus on alignment:
Mindful Planning: Translate your intentions into small, practical steps. Consistency — not intensity — builds momentum.
Visualization and Affirmation: Picture your desired outcomes and affirm them through language that empowers. Our brains are wired to follow what we repeatedly imagine and verbalize.
A Proven Growth Framework: At Brighter Leaders, we see remarkable change when people connect reflection with structure. Our Leadership Growth Acceleration model supports leaders and teams to grow with purpose through:
Balancing work and life for sustained energy and creativity
Continuous learning and skill development for adaptability and confidence
Cultivating a growth mindset to see challenges as opportunities
Strengthening emotional intelligence to lead with clarity, empathy, and resilience
Ready to turn your 2026 intentions into results? Explore Brighter Leaders’ programs, leadership assessments, and digital gift cards to start the year with purpose.
A Final Thought
As you set your intentions for 2026, remember that fulfillment isn’t found in doing more — it’s found in doing what matters most.
Your intentions are not just wishes; they’re the seeds of the reality you create through consistent, aligned action.
So, take a moment to decide: What will you give your focus, your time, and your heart to this coming year?
Here’s to a year where your intentions become momentum — and your momentum turns into meaningful results.
Wishing you a purposeful and fulfilling 2026!
— The Brighter Leaders Team
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or contact me directly to explore how emotional intelligence can lift your leadership to the next level.
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