Mid-year reflection

July 2nd marks the midpoint of the year. It’s easy to overlook this quiet little milestone that often slips by unnoticed in the middle of summer adventures and everyday busyness. But I love pausing on this day to take a breath and reflect. We've made it through six whole months of life—of learning, creating, growing, and showing up in ways that may have looked different than we expected. For me, this year has been a bit of a crazy one, and that gives me even more reason to take a moment to review where I’ve been and where I still want to go.

Let this be a gentle reminder that we’re not behind. Even if some goals have drifted off course or creative projects are still waiting in folders or baskets, there’s still time. Half a year is still before us with new possibilities. Maybe it’s time to refresh a routine, set a simple intention, or pick up a forgotten idea and give it a new home in this next chapter. Instead of beating yourself up for what you haven’t achieved, focus on your successes and embrace the chance to add more of what you want to your everyday life.

So today, I’m taking a moment to look back with gratitude and look ahead with curiosity. I’m going to write some journal entries, scroll through photos, and make a list of memories I want to hold onto. This simple mid-year check-in helps me live and document with more intention. However you mark this moment, I hope you’ll give yourself some credit— you have made half a trip around the sun!

📝 Journaling Prompt:
What have been the most meaningful moments—big or small—of the past six months? What do you want the second half of your year to feel like?

📷 Photo Idea:
Take a self-portrait today—messy bun, real smile, or in the moment, just as you are. You’re in the middle of your story, and that matters.

💌 Call-to-Action:
Pause for your own mid-year reflection. Make lists of what has gone well so far this year and what you still want to accomplish. Write it down. Share with a friend or on social media if you like. It will help you remember.

Here’s to a great second half of the year!