As we prepare to leave 2024 behind and welcome 2025, it’s natural to think about resolutions and intentions for the new year. But instead of the usual "to-do list" resolutions, why not try something fresh, fun, and deeply meaningful? Let’s explore a new way to set intentions that aligns with your spiritual journey and helps you manifest your best year yet.

Why Resolutions Often Fail

Traditional New Year’s resolutions tend to be overly ambitious or rooted in guilt. By February, many people find themselves slipping back into old habits, leaving them frustrated and discouraged. The problem? Resolutions often focus on external achievements rather than internal alignment.

Let’s change that! This year, we’ll focus on setting intentions that:

  • Align with your values and spiritual goals.
  • Cultivate personal growth and joy.
  • Feel achievable and sustainable.

Step 1: Reflect on 2024 with Gratitude

Before you look ahead, take a moment to reflect on the past year. Gratitude helps you acknowledge your progress and lessons, creating a strong foundation for the year ahead.

Reflection Questions:

  1. What were your biggest wins in 2024?
  2. What challenges helped you grow?
  3. Which moments brought you the most joy?

Tip: Journal your answers and consider pairing this exercise with a grounding crystal like smoky quartz to release lingering negativity.

Step 2: Choose Themes Instead of Goals

Instead of specific resolutions like "exercise three times a week" or "save more money," focus on overarching themes. Themes guide your actions while allowing flexibility and creativity.

Examples of Themes for 2025:

  • Abundance: Welcoming prosperity and opportunities in all forms.
  • Balance: Prioritising harmony between work, rest, and play.
  • Connection: Deepening relationships with yourself, others, and the universe.

Crystal Pairing: Use citrine for abundance, amethyst for balance, or rose quartz for connection to amplify your chosen theme.

Step 3: Create a Vision Board or Crystal Grid

Visualising your intentions helps you stay focused and inspired. Two creative ways to do this are:

Vision Board:

  • Gather images, words, and symbols that represent your intentions for 2025.
  • Arrange them on a board where you’ll see them daily.
  • Add crystals like clear quartz or carnelian to energise your vision.

Crystal Grid:

  • Select crystals that align with your themes.
  • Arrange them in a sacred geometric pattern.
  • Set your intentions while activating the grid, allowing the energy to flow.

Step 4: Write Intentions in the Present Tense

Write your intentions as if they are already happening. This shifts your mindset from “wishing” to “manifesting.”

Examples:

  • Instead of: “I want to be healthier.”
  • Try: “I am thriving in my physical and mental health.”

Tip: Place your written intentions in a sacred space, like an altar, with supportive crystals such as lapis lazuli for clarity or green aventurine for growth.

Step 5: Check In Regularly

Intentions need nurturing. Set aside time each month to revisit and realign with your themes. Use meditation, journaling, or tarot to reflect on your progress.

Monthly Ritual:

  1. Light a candle and hold a crystal tied to your theme.
  2. Review your intentions and adjust as needed.
  3. Celebrate small wins and refocus your energy.

Incorporate a 12-Month Forecast Reading

Ready to take your intention-setting to the next level? My 12-Month Forecast Reading is designed to guide you through 2025 with monthly insights and spiritual clarity. Here’s how it works:

  • Personalised Guidance for Every Month: Each reading provides tailored insights into the unique energies of each month, helping you make empowered decisions and align with the opportunities ahead.
  • Comprehensive Focus Areas: Discover key themes, potential challenges, and actionable advice for navigating the year with intention.
  • Perfect Companion for Intentions: Pair the reading with your chosen crystals or themes to enhance your alignment and focus.

Why It’s Special: Using Tarot cards and my Psychic abilities I will delve deep into the themes, possibilities and challenges that are awaiting you. It’s like having a personalised roadmap to manifest your best 2025.

Book your 12-Month Forecast Reading today and step into the new year with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Embrace the Magic of 2025

By shifting from rigid resolutions to fluid intentions, you’re creating a year that feels aligned, joyful and expansive. Remember, it’s not about perfection—it’s about progress and presence.

At Glow by Amber, I'm here to support you every step of the way. From carefully curated crystals to personalised readings, together lets manifest your brightest year yet.

Shop my collections or book a session today and let’s make 2025 magical together!