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The Year Map
Twelve months, one small thing each, with a question card for every month.
MONTH 1
What You Still Have
Not what was lost
This month: Make a list of what's still in your hands.
What had you forgotten you still had?
MONTH 2
The True Numbers
Looking, once
This month: For one month, write down what came in and what went out.
Which bill are you most afraid to look at?
MONTH 3
One Thing Lighter
Something set down
This month: Find one payment that gives you almost nothing back, and end it.
What did you let go of, and how did it feel?
MONTH 4
Who Shows Up
The ones who stay
This month: Write two lists: who showed up, and who only talked about it.
Who surprised you?
MONTH 5
Everything In One Place
Paper, gathered
This month: Gather your important papers into one drawer.
What did you find that you'd forgotten?
MONTH 6
Hours That Are Yours
Time you keep
This month: Find three hours a week that belong only to you.
What will you not be doing in them?
MONTH 7
What They Are Told
Honest, never heavy
This month: Answer one question from your children, truthfully, at their size.
What have they asked that you haven't answered yet?
MONTH 8
The Next Rung
Nearer than the dream
This month: Find one step that could pay more within ninety days.
Who would you need to ask?
MONTH 9
Plain Words
The machinery, explained
This month: Look up every word you've nodded at without understanding.
Which word have you been nodding at?
MONTH 10
Your Own Weight
The one you carry quietly
This month: Make the appointment you keep putting off.
How long has it been waiting?
MONTH 11
Say It On Paper
Written down, yours
This month: Write where you want to be in six months.
What surprised you about writing it?
MONTH 12
A Letter To Yourself
Sealed, and returned
This month: Write to the woman you'll be next year.
What do you hope she's stopped carrying?