| Vision 2023… |
| Millions of Americans will make New Year’s resolutions this year. By the time summer rolls around, only 4% of them will be keeping up with them. We are now midway through January. Time to separate the pretenders from the contenders.The idea of making a resolution at the beginning of the year is not a bad one. It is a practice that dates back to ancient Rome when people made promises to the god of beginnings, Janus. That’s how January got its name. I wonder if the Romans were any better at following through on their resolutions than Americans are today.If you are serious about wanting to make change in 2023, you need put more teeth into those promises you make to yourself, your loved ones, or even Janus. Here are three steps to help you achieve your Vision 2023:Generate a gratitude list of your wins in 2022Consider your progress in all areas of life – physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, relational. Create vision statements for 2023Dream into your ideal vision for 2023. Create a list of statements that express this vision. Keep them positive and in the present tense – your brain needs it. For example, “I maintain a healthy lifestyle” or “I develop and enrich my spiritual life.”Identify SMART behaviors for each vision statementThis is where the rubber hits the road. SMART behaviors are specific, measurable, attainable behavior towards your vision that you commit to do for a specific period of time. Consider making at least 3 for every vision statement. With the vision statement, “I maintain a healthy lifestyle,” the following are examples of SMART behaviors that you could commit to for the next 90 days: “I exercise 5x per week.” “I maintain a plant-based diet,” or “I meditate for 15 minutes each morning.”If your serious about this, you must write them down. And better yet, share them with someone for support and accountability. |
| My Vision 2023… |
| My professional vision is to provide individual healing and relational connection. In addition to the individual and couple therapy that I provide daily, I gratefully offer the following opportunities to the wider community: |
| For Individuals |
 Dr. DiPaolo returns to Vespers on Jan. 24Hosted by St. Monica Young Ministering Adults. Topic: ”Young Adult Anxiety Night” Click for flyer |
| Dr. DiPaolo’s Contemplative IFS ministry brings back this one-day retreat to the St. Monica Spirituality Center in 2023 |
| Healing Your SoulThrough a series of presentations, meditations, and time for personal reflection, you will be guided through a process to explore and bring healing to burdened parts of you and connect more fully with your core self and GodApril 1Click to Learn More |
| For Couples |
| First5 Ministry Dr. DiPaolo and a team of newly married couples are launching a new ministry to couples in the first five years of marriage! Launch event: January 29 Click here for more info |
| Dr. DiPaolo’s signature workshop! Designed for committed, engaged, and newly married couples |
| The FoundationBuild The Foundation for your marriage! Learn the essential tools to reinforce your strengths, dissolve tension and deepen your connection.February 18 April 22 June 24Click for Info & Registration |
| For Professionals |
| Imago Consultation Group 3.0 Dr. DiPaolo leads an online monthly consultation group for couples therapists. Click here for info |
 “Preparing Couples for Great Marriages”Presentation for Imago Relationships North AmericaFriday, March 3 – on Zoom – More info to come |
Vision 2023
19 Sep 2025
Mike DiPaolo