Before making any life-impacting decision, you need to check-in with three people: your past self, your present self, and your future self.
These three perspectives offer a holistic way to align your actions with your goals, values, and dreams. As we step into the new year—a time ripe for resolutions and transformation—this practice becomes a powerful tool for creating meaningful, sustainable change.
You’re the Julia Roberts of your own entrepreneurial Eat, Pray, Love moment.
But instead of trekking through Italy, India, and Bali, you’re charting the territories of your past, present, and future selves. Savor the lessons of where you’ve been, set intentions for where you are, and dream up the vibrant possibilities of where you’re going.
In the latest episode of High Vibe Table Talks, podcast host Merchon provides a soulful roadmap for solopreneurs seeking to balance their drive for success with personal well-being. Merchon dives into the transformative practice of aligning with your past, present, and future selves—a journey rooted in reflection, self-compassion, and empowerment.
🌟 Key Takeaways
Connect with Your Three Selves: Engage with your past, present, and future selves for a holistic approach to growth.
Ground Ambition in Reality: Make resolutions that are sustainable and rooted in self-awareness.
Practice Reflection: Tools like journaling and meditation offer deeper self-understanding and improved decision-making.
Understanding the Past Self
Reflecting on your past allows you to learn from mistakes and celebrate achievements.
“I gave myself a lot of grace and said, okay, you know, we did that. That was who we were. And now we're different people, and now we're going to make different choices.” – Merchon Hargrave
Merchon emphasizes the importance of approaching this reflection with compassion, understanding that every misstep holds a lesson and every success is a building block for your future.
By examining her own entrepreneurial journey, Merchon found clarity and gratitude through healthy reflection. Acknowledging both wins and losses strengthens your foundation, helping you move forward with confidence and self-awareness.
Checking In with the Present Self
Being mindful of your current needs creates balance. Merchon highlights the importance of self-awareness in the moment, encouraging you to regularly pause and ask:
What do I need right now?
This act of mindfulness fosters harmony between short-term desires and long-term goals. By checking in with your present self throughout the day, you ensure your actions align with your broader intentions, creating a more intentional and fulfilled life.
“Current self really wants some salty chips… But future self is going to be frustrated.”
Visualizing the Future Self
Aligning with your future self goes beyond setting five-year plans; it’s about making choices today that resonate tomorrow. Merchon explains that your future self isn’t just a distant ideal—it can be as immediate as how you’ll feel later tonight:
“Future self can also look like tomorrow… or tonight after bedtime when I just want to crawl in bed and not do the dishes.”
Imagining your future self’s perspective on today’s decisions offers motivation to stay consistent and intentional. These small, mindful actions build momentum toward meaningful change, one step at a time.
Cultivating a Grounded Entrepreneurial Practice
Tools like journaling and meditation to integrate these practices into your daily life. Journaling helps you connect with your past self, providing clarity on lessons learned. Meditation, meanwhile, brings focus to your future goals. By grounding yourself with these tools, you’ll cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness while keeping your ambitions in sight.
Reflections on the Journey
Success isn’t just about dreaming big—it’s about embracing each thoughtful step along the way. Like a well-made vision board, your goals come to life when ambition harmonizes with mindfulness.
“In this dance between who we've been, who we are, and who we aspire to be, the map becomes clear.”
By connecting with your past, present, and future selves, you can craft a deeply enriching entrepreneurial journey. Step into the new year with courage, clarity, and a grounded vision for your future. One day—and one choice—at a time.
Ready to start your journey?
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