What I love about the start to a new year is the feeling like anything is possible. It’s like the clock reset, and you have a new slate to create the life you want, and to be the best version of yourself. In this new year with travel and all that makes you happy, that’s our wish for you.
It’s Off to the Races
I generally don’t pay attention to the Chinese Zodiac calendar, but this year I celebrated New Year’s with friends who do. Apparently last year was the Year of the Snake, and while it was a good year in reflection, there were challenges along the way. My progress wasn’t the rocket I wanted it to be. Instead, it seemed like everything took so much longer than it needed to. It wasn’t until the end of the year that the momentum I had at the beginning of 2025 returned. And last year there were certainly things that I needed to shed, as snakes do, and a general clearing of energy. But I’m done with that, and there is something so exciting already about 2026.
It could be that this New Year finds us in the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Horse. I’ve always had an affinity for horses, and the characteristics of this year are passion, energy, freedom and dynamic bold change. Sign me up; I’m ready to take on the world.
The Best Version of Yourself
At the beginning of each year, I set goals for myself, except for last year. I don’t know what happened, but I realize how much a compass prioritizing and writing what I want to accomplish is to guide me in a clear direction. Not that I didn’t learn and have some meaningful achievements last year, but what a difference it made to not have the goal post in sight. So you can bet that over the holiday weekend, I spent some quality time thinking about what I want, how I will achieve it. In writing out my goals, I also realized how my priorities have shifted.
Normally when I set my goals, Galavante and travel are the first priorities. This 2026 hits different, and my health and being the best version of myself is my number one focus. Travel is no longer a goal, but rather a supplement to what I want to achieve this year.
Wishing you all the best this 2026, and to be the happiest version of yourself.
Christine Drinan, Founder
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