Fall is finally here, bringing with it cozy heated blankets, vibrant fall foliage, warm cups of tea, and the comforting aromas of cinnamon and apple crisp. For many, this season sparks reflection, and I’m no exception. As we say goodbye to summer, I can’t help but realize that 2025 is just around the corner. Reflecting on my goals for 2024, I’m proud to have crossed off just enough to keep me motivated as the year wraps up.
While most people tend to slow down in anticipation of winter and the holidays, I find that fall is when I hit the gas. I throw on my hoodie, refocus, and push toward completing my goals before the year ends. Interestingly, this trend of refocusing during the colder months is making waves on social media—it’s being called the Winter Arc.
What is the Winter Arc?
If you’re not familiar with the term, the Winter Arc is a period where individuals use the coldest, darkest days of the year to refocus, visualize, and work towards their goals. It’s a mindset shift that encourages you to take advantage of the stillness of winter to arrive at your “desired destination” by the time spring rolls around.
My Desired Destination: Building a Digital Wellness Community
One of my major goals for 2024 was to create a digital wellness community where people could share their experiences and support each other on their wellness journeys. Since starting my wellness journey in April 2023, I noticed that it was hard to find an online space that truly aligned with who I am and what I value. So, I decided to create one myself. After all, representation matters.
This led to the creation of Ovida, a community that reflects my values and fills the gap I felt was missing in the digital wellness space. But before launching Ovida, I knew I had to focus on my own wellness journey to maintain authenticity. It took me a year to truly lock in and show up for myself before I could guide others. It’s all part of the process.
Wellness is a Journey, Not a Destination
In introducing you to Ovida, I want to emphasize the importance of the process. Wellness is an evolving journey of discovering your full potential, and it touches all areas of life: physical, emotional, financial, social, intellectual, occupational, cultural, environmental, and spiritual. I invite you to explore these dimensions of wellness alongside me.
People everywhere are in the midst of transformation, committing to permanent lifestyle changes that align with their true selves. I like to call this process identity shifting, while others may call it a “glow-up” or simply growing up. It’s about rebirthing ourselves and unlocking new levels of self-discovery.
But remember, this journey is deeply personal. Your path won’t look the same as anyone else’s, and that’s okay. The key is to take your time, dive deep into self-reflection, and give yourself the grace to evolve.
Join the Ovida Wellness Community
If you’re passionate about wellness, self-development, and transformation, I invite you to join the Ovida community. Here, we celebrate the art of living well and the unique journeys we’re all on. Click here to subscribe to our notifications and share your experience as we continue this journey together!
