As I sit down to cast my vision for 2025, one word keeps rising to the top: Flourish. It’s a powerful word, isn’t it? To me, flourishing means thriving, emerging, and breaking through. It’s the moment all the hard work—the late nights, the setbacks, the planning—comes together to create something extraordinary.

Flourishing isn’t just about thriving for yourself. It’s about helping others thrive, too. It’s about creating a ripple effect—empowering those around you, nurturing relationships, and showing gratitude for the journey. But here’s the thing: flourishing doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of intentional action. Of setting up systems. Of laying the groundwork.

Looking back, 2024 was all about preparation. It was the year I built the foundation that will allow me to thrive in 2025. At The Bowler’s Agency, I expanded my reach and refined my services to help even more people create an impact online. While I’ve been fortunate to work with incredible clients like Daria Pajak in the past, 2024 was the year I focused on scaling. I built a dream team—SEO experts, web developers, social media strategists, automation specialists, and project managers—so that we can help more people amplify their impact in 2025.

Beyond the Lanes, my focus was on growth as well. Programs like Mindset Reset gained momentum, providing bowlers with the mental tools they need to build confidence and focus both on and off the lanes. I also introduced the Champion’s Framework workshops, designed to help youth bowlers and their parents prepare mentally and strategically for high-stakes competition. These programs are just the beginning of what I envision for 2025.

Personally, I made big moves to ensure my own ability to flourish. A partial knee replacement gave me the opportunity to come back stronger, both on and off the lanes. While it was a challenging setback in the moment, I know it was a necessary step to thrive in the future. I also dedicated time to my parents, helping them navigate healthcare and supporting them through countless doctor’s appointments. That time and effort were worth every second because flourishing isn’t just about personal growth—it’s about helping those you love thrive, too.

As I reflect on the past year, I’ve realized that sometimes, the results of your efforts aren’t immediate. Some years are meant for preparation. They’re the t-up so you can hit it out of the park the next year. That’s what 2024 was for me. It was the setup—the laying of a foundation for what’s to come. And now, in 2025, it’s time to see that work take root and bloom.

Flourishing in 2025 means living in alignment with my values. It means embracing gratitude, staying rooted in kindness, and finding joy in the process. It means seeing the systems I built in 2024 come to life in ways that allow me to empower others. Whether it’s helping clients at The Bowler’s Agency grow their impact online, inspiring bowlers through Mindset Reset, or mentoring youth bowlers through Champion’s Framework workshops, flourishing isn’t just about what I achieve—it’s about how I can help others thrive, too.

Here’s my challenge for you as we step into 2025: pick a word. Just one. Let it be your guiding light, your anchor, your north star for the year ahead. But don’t stop there. Take a moment to reflect. What systems have you already set up? What groundwork have you laid that’s ready to flourish? And what can you do now to prepare for the year ahead?

Maybe 2024 was your year of preparation. Or maybe 2025 will be. Wherever you are in your journey, know this: your work matters. The quiet moments, the behind-the-scenes efforts, the times you chose growth over comfort—they all add up.

For me, flourishing isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress. It’s about taking the foundation I’ve built and letting it grow into something extraordinary. And I believe the same is true for you.

So, what’s your word? Let’s make 2025 a year to remember. Let’s flourish—together.