things to do before the end of the year | mom so hard

​Fall is here and before we know it, the holidays will be upon us! While this is so exciting, it also means that a year is closing out. Don’t wait until the last seconds of the year to make sure that everything is done for the new year. Instead, start now! Here are 4 things to do before the end of the year:

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check in on your goals

​Have you taken the time to figure out where you are with your goals yet, this year? If not, go ahead and do it now - do not wait until 2022 gets here. You still have time to rock them! Wanted to lose weight? Start now! You might not lose as much as you initially wanted to, but you can do it - I promise you that. Sit down, take a minute to check-in on those goals that you set earlier this year, and then figure out a way to tackle them before the year is up.
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​Figure out your tax situation

​No matter if you only have your personal taxes, or if you have a business that you also need to do taxes for, you need to figure out your tax season well before April rolls around...and that means starting now. If you do have a business, or if you have complex taxes for your family, then I highly recommend finding a tax CPA that knows his/her stuff. Right Choice Accounting Solutions can be that guy for you! Not only can you find help with tax solutions, but you can also find virtual CFO services, too. It can be a game changer for you! They say, “We help service-based business owners save time and money with strategic accounting and tax solutions.” They can help with bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, virtual CFO services, financial coaching, and so much more. Whatever you need, Right Choice Accounting Solutions will be there to help you walk your way to the best financial decision. They have been featured in plenty of places (look at the picture below!) and they also have amazing reviews (again - picture below). Before the year is up, definitely figure out your tax situation and if you need help, call up Albert with Right Choice Accounting Solutions!

evalute what you have learned

​Many have said that the events of this year have helped clarify what matters most to them, so how can you emphasize that in 2021? What has become more clear to you about what really matters? What things have dropped off of your schedule this year? A lot of activities or events we would typically participate in have been postponed or completely canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thinking back over these events and activities, which ones are worthy of adding back into your schedule next year? Be intentional about which activities you add back in and make sure they bring value to your life.

guard your heart

Limit your social media intake. This has been an incredibly stressful year. We’re worried about our health, finances, the world around us, etc, and all that stress and worry makes it hard to live in a meaningful and productive way. I encourage you to guard your heart, which perhaps means limiting your social media. Be thoughtful about when and how much you take in through social media, as it can contribute to your stress levels.

Focus on gratitude. Studies have shown that people who have a regular gratitude practice are happier and more productive. If you find your mind sinking into a negative space, deliberately look for things to be grateful for and write those down and repeat them to yourself.

Choose forgiveness. There is so much anger out there right now, and lots of hurtful things being said, not only among strangers but among people who care about each other. However, we can choose to forgive people who do and say hurtful things to us. We can choose to let things go and not dwell, which is part of guarding your heart. Developing this discipline can help you end the year on a productive note.

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