New year, new challenges: María Cacao is with you

Hello!

The start of a new year brings with it goals, challenges, and the excitement of creating something better for ourselves. At María Cacao , we know you have big plans for 2025, and we want to be part of your journey to success.

In this email, I want to give you some tips that you probably already know, but it's always good to refresh your knowledge.

1. Define your goals clearly

What is not measured, is not improved.
Make sure your goals are SMART :

• Specific: What exactly do you want to achieve?
• Measurable: How will you know you have been successful?
• Achievable: Are they realistic given your current circumstances?
• Relevant: Why are they important to you?
• Temporary: What is the deadline to achieve them?

Example: "I want to run 5 km in less than 30 minutes by May 2025."

2. Break down your goals into small steps

Big goals can be overwhelming. Break them down into smaller, more manageable tasks.

• Create a list of specific steps for each goal.
• Define daily or weekly actions that will bring you closer to your goal.

Example: If you want to improve your diet, start by incorporating a new healthy food each week. You can start with cacao, for example, hehe.

3. Establish routines that support you

Habits are the foundation of success. Include activities that drive your goals in your daily or weekly routine.

• Use the "habit anchoring" principle: associate a new habit with something you already do.
• Example: Have a cup of cacao every morning while visualizing your goals or reflecting on your priorities for the day.

4. Prioritize your time

Eliminate distractions and focus on what really matters.

• Use tools like to-do lists, calendars, or productivity apps.
• Apply the 80/20 rule: 20% of your efforts produce 80% of your results. Identify and focus on that 20%.

5. Monitor your progress

Set regular times to review how you're doing on your goals.

• Track weekly or monthly.
• Ask yourself: What worked? What can I improve?

6. Learn to adapt

Don't be afraid to adjust your goals or strategies. Life changes, and so can your plans. The important thing is to stay focused on progress, not perfection.

7. Surround yourself with support

Find a community or people who share your interests or goals.

• Talk about your goals with someone you trust who can support you.
• Be inspired by those who have achieved what you want to achieve.

8. Celebrate your achievements

Every step counts. Acknowledge your progress, big or small. Celebrating your achievements reinforces your motivation and reminds you why you started.

9. Take care of your well-being

No goal is worth achieving if you neglect your health.

• Make rest, nutrition, and physical activity a priority.
• Find moments of calm and gratitude, like enjoying a cup of cacao, to recharge your energy.

10. Visualize your success

Take a moment each day to imagine what your life will be like once you achieve your goals. Positive visualization keeps you motivated and focused.

I know that every challenge requires effort, and at María Cacao we want to be that warm respite that helps you recharge and maintain the clarity to move forward.

A message from the heart:
This year, let your goals be big and your steps steady. We're here to support you with every cup of cacao, every moment of calm, and every moment of connection with yourself.

With love and purpose,

Maria Cacao 🤎