New Year's Enchantment: Embracing Disney-Heroines Adventures

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Take a look at another themed New Year's aspirations list by stepping into a year of enchantment inspired by the spirit of Disney heroines. Each month brings unique activities that mirror the courage, kindness, and adventures found in these beloved characters. This New Year's themed option is all about infusing new activities each month so that you have a well-rounded year.

January - Mulan Background: Mulan is brave and resourceful, disguising herself as a man to fight and save her father. Aspirations:

• Set a goal that challenges your gender role and learn about a traditionally male-dominated skill. Examples: woodworking, coding, something about your car
• Embrace your inner warrior: try self-defense, martial arts, or Tai chi.

February - Belle Background: Belle is a bookworm and an advocate for kindness. Aspirations:

• This month, read a classic book. Need a suggestion? "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
• Practice random acts of kindness throughout the month.

March - Tiana Background: Tiana is hardworking and determined to achieve her dreams. Aspirations:

• Set a financial goal and review your budget for areas of improvement.
• Learn to cook or try one new dish from a different culture.

April - Pocahontas Background: Pocahontas is a character connected to nature and promoted harmony. Aspirations:

• Take care of some nature around you. Volunteer to do a local clean-up or go along your street and pick up trash one afternoon.
• Learn about a local indigenous culture in your area.

May - Ariel Background: Ariel is curious, adventurous, and willing to explore new worlds. Aspirations:

• Plan a trip: to an aquarium, or visit a beach/lake, or since Ariel collected trinkets try explore an antique shop!
• Learn a new skill, like a musical instrument or a foreign language.

June - Cinderella Background: Cinderella is resilient and maintains hope even in adversity. Aspirations:

• Read "Cinder" by Marissa Meyer - a very modern take on Cinderella.
• Cinderella's story revolves around the ball; learn a new dance/ even try one on TicTok.

July - Moana Background: Moana is a determined explorer who finds her own path. Aspirations:

• Plan a road trip to a new, local city this month that you've not visited before.
• Try your hand at water-based activities like sailing or kayaking; or go swimming.

August - Jasmine Background: Jasmine values freedom and independence. Aspirations:

• Challenge your biases. She did not let Aladdin's social status cloud her view. This month, engage in one conversation with a stranger that is different from your daily interactions.
• Read Arabian Nights. It has several stories and is where the story of Aladdin is featured.

September - Elsa Background: Elsa has a journey of self-discovery and embracing her uniqueness. Aspirations

• Do a mindset shift challenge. Identify a limiting belief or negative thought pattern and actively work to shift your mindset toward more positive and empowering perspectives. Here's how: Thought Transformation Guide .
• Check in with yourself each week to see how it's going.
  

October - Merida Background: Merida is a skilled archer and a symbol of independence. Aspirations:

• Learn about Celtic knots and consider learning to tie Celtic Heart Knot.
• Explore a cultural festival or event in your area.

November - Rapunzel Background: Rapunzel is resourceful and creative, using her long hair to navigate life. Aspirations:

• Let's try a new recipe! To be on theme, create your own Hazelnut soup. Here a recipe to try. 
• Try a new hairstyle or self-care hair routine.

December - Anna Background: Channel Anna's warmth and openness by connecting with your loved ones. Aspirations: 

• Inspired by Anna's adventurous spirit, build a snowman if it snows...if no snow, create this cute sock one from Darkroom & Dearly.
• Sometimes holiday's are hard and stressful. To battle that, embrace the joy of the season and create a magical moment for yourself by planning a self-care day.