Don't slow down

I really love to watch athletes in their element, especially when it comes to running—whether it’s a sprint or a long-distance race. The feeling is heavenly! But there’s something that always seems to bug my mind:

“Why do athletes slow down when they are approaching the finishing line?”

If it were me, I’d put all my strength into running; I’d either widen the gap or catch up with whoever was ahead of me. That’s what my logic says.

Even if I were tired and completely exhausted, I’d dig deep, pulling strength from somewhere within me to finish well. I’d give my absolute best right to the very end.

Let’s Bring It to Real Life

Over the course of November, I came across a lot of “2025” and “New Year” posts:

• “2024 is gone; we go bigger in 2025!”
• “Prepare for the new year!”
• “2025 masterclass loading...”

Now, don’t get me wrong, these aren’t bad things to say. It’s great to plan ahead and dream about what’s next. But here’s the problem: so many of us have already given up on 2024.

We act like December is just an empty month—nothing significant can happen anymore. We think, “Well, the year’s practically over. I’ve done my best, and now I’ll just wait for a fresh start in January.”

But let me remind you: there are 12 months in a year—not 11.

December isn’t a waiting room for January. It’s part of the race, part of the journey. And there’s still time to make things happen.

Imagine If...

Let’s go back to the athletes for a moment. Why do they slow down near the finishing line? Often, it’s because they think the race is already decided. They believe they’ve either done enough to win or that they can’t possibly change their position anymore.

But imagine what could happen if they didn’t slow down.

Imagine if they pushed harder, ran with everything they had left, and finished the race with no regrets. What if that final burst of energy made the difference between first and second place—or turned a loss into an incredible comeback?

December Is Still Part of the Race

In real life, this “slowing down” mindset is what holds us back. We see December as the end, and instead of pushing harder, we start wrapping up. We stop trying.

Perhaps, you had big dreams but you weren't able to achieve them. Perhaps, the year didn't go as planned, and you are so exhausted and tired.

But what if December is the month that could change everything?

What if this last month of the year is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to:

• Finish that project you started but never completed?
• Hit a goal you’ve been chasing all year?
• Take one bold step that opens doors you never imagined?

The truth is, it’s not over until it’s over.

Run Through the Finish Line

So, here’s my challenge to you: Don’t slow down.

Don't be the athlete that slows down at the finish line;

Be the one who will intensify efforts.

Be the one who will say "I will give my best at the very end."

Be the one that finishes strong.

Find every strength you can. Muster whatever courage you can. Do all you can reasonably do to make the best of this month.

Run through the finish line of 2024 with everything you’ve got. Set new goals for the remaining days in December. Revisit the ones you didn’t hit. Push just a little harder. Give this year your best to the very end.

Because when you push through the finish line, something amazing happens: you don’t just finish strong—you start the next race with momentum.

Be the one who will enter 2025 with BIG ENERGY!

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This is your December. This is your moment. Don’t wait for January to make it count. Let’s finish well. The race is not yet over!

Till next time,

Compliments of the season 😇

Gee