Imagine you’re in a 1km race and I offer you a 200-metre head start.  
 
Would you take it? 

Some might say that’s cheating.  

But what if you’d earned it through extra preparation, training and effort?  

Then it’s not cheating - it’s just smart. 

This is what starting a new habit in December can feel like.  
 
While others wait for January, by December 31st you’re already way ahead.  

There’s a myth that January 1st is the perfect time to start.  
 
If you wait, you risk losing momentum before you’ve even begun.  

In truth, the best time to start something, like that story about planting trees, isn’t in the future, it isn’t in the past - it’s now. 

Even the smallest steps in December can make a massive difference.  

Here are some quick wins you can begin today: 

Maintain, Don’t Gain 

If you’re thinking about health goals, don’t aim to lose weight in December - just focus on not gaining any. 

Laser Declutter – Just One Spot 

Instead of waiting for a New Year overhaul, pick a drawer or a shelf to clear out. Small wins create momentum. 

Strengthen One Relationship 

Reach out to a friend, family member or colleague. A small effort now can set the tone for a connected New Year. 

Track Your Spending 

December can be expensive, but even a simple spending tracker can help you stay aware and avoid a January shock. 

This December, give yourself the gift of a head start. Remember, it’s not cheating – a head start is just smart. 

Let me know what your head start will be here.
 

And the best part? 

This is your race and you get to decide how to run it.  

Ready, set GO!