One Eye On 2019..... One Eye On 2019..... %

Debenhams

Going into the last few months of the year, the busiest time of the year for everyone, it’s all non stop.

If you haven’t achieved all you’ve set out to do then there’s still some time to fulfill your desires over the remaining few weeks of the year. Start that business idea, ask that person out on a date, take those driving lesson….make your goals happen.

Everyone has dreams for the near or distant future and we all certainly want to achieve them sooner rather than later. They may be career based, a touch more personal or they may not be quite finalised yet, but are sure enough, they’re on your list.

Some goals may still be a little vague, others are stepping stones to the next and some might even have all the hallmarks of you being the future Prime Minister, who knows? The question to ask yourself is how often do you tick goals off your list?

My own life is a series of lists and calendars that seem to be never-ending, but throughout my working day (which you probably know by now is actually every day of the week) I attempt to defeat those bullet point tasks, & post-it notes, one task at a time.

Sometimes it seems impossible and a time machine would surely be the only way to complete everything on there, but other times that satisfaction of just ticking off something makes your day ten times better.

Whether your list is just one or many points long, we need to tell ourselves to get out there and finally set those gears into motion to achieve our what we want in life. Our dreams and aspirations deserve to be our priority in life, but sometimes we push them back in fear of failure or lack of belief?

Maybe that’s where we often go wrong and feel unfulfilled when we aren’t where we want to be.

Time to let your aspirations be your main focus in life, and be one step closer to that coveted ‘tick off the list’ rather than leaving that list languishing for longer.

Take That Step

Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tiptoe if you must, but take a step.

There have been many little dreams that I have ticked off my list this year. In fact, the reason you’re here reading this, is a product of a goal I set for myself.

My website was conceived. No matter what route I was going to take with my career, I wanted to create this platform, work with incredible brands and share what’s inside my head with the rest of the world. A small goal, but a massive achievement for myself.

What is an aspiration of mine may not be a dream of yours and that is more than okay. Your list shouldn’t follow a set of rules or regulations laid out by other people’s lists or dreams either. Your list needs to be something that excites and thrills you, for you to want to work towards it.

Make It Happen & Adapt

Don’t be afraid to alter or edit your list, after all it’s no one else’s but yours. Just as we grow and our passions and aims change, so too must our bucket list and the order in which they lie.

Our priorities are allowed to change, perhaps parenthood is now the priority over a career goal or maybe that career goal is now the priority over being a homeowner. Whatever your goals may be, they are unique to you.

As we strive to tick our personal hopes and dreams off the list and turn them into well-deserved realities, we leave the space to add more aspirations and goals to work towards. Never be afraid to add or take things away from your list, whatever they may be and never think that something is too small to be an achievement; they are your dreams and no one can belittle them unless you allow them.

Now, what is top of your list? Why don’t you book that trip, order that item you’ve always wanted or find out what you need to do to carry out your primary life goal! Do it now, before you forget, before your life gets in the way and before you’re too old to collect the memories.

If you know me, you’ll know one of my favourite ever stores is Debenhams. I’m absolutely delighted to have picked up something from the legendary designer Jasper Conran from the latest J by Jasper Conran range.

As the temperature has dropped significantly over the last few weeks, this classic Harrington jacket comes in a handy 3 in 1 design that consists of two pieces that can either be worn separately or together to provide extra warmth. The outside layer comes in a four pocket design, while the lightweight gilet has an insulating wadding with a padded finish.

As my style can be quite versatile, I’ll be switching up with different looks.

For me, this coat is so easy to wear with winter boots and a classic pair of jeans, throw on a thick wintery scarf and you’re good to go.

This jacket is exclusive to Debenhams and makes a stylish standout piece. Perfect for providing warmth through the cooler months, I love the multiple functional pockets and casual styling details, this jacket exudes sophistication with its luxe finish. I would expect nothing less from such a legendary designer as Jasper Conran.