How to Finish the Year Faithfully (Without Burning Out)
The leaves are changing, the pumpkin candles are lit… and suddenly, we’re staring down the final stretch of the year. If you’re anything like me, fall hits fast and with it comes the pressure to do more, launch more, finish strong — whatever that means.
But here’s the truth: You don’t need to hustle your way into the holidays. You can finish the year faithfully — with peace, presence, and purpose.
Let’s talk about how.
1. Reconnect with Your Q4 Plan
You made a plan. You prayed over it. And then? Life happened.
Now’s the time to dust it off.
Set a calendar reminder (Sunday night or Monday morning works wonders) and take 5–10 minutes each week to revisit what you said was aligned. Ask God:
- What’s still mine to carry?
- What needs to be laid down?
- What are the two things I need to prioritize this week?
I’m testing out a new journaling practice using Jenna Kutcher’s “How Are You Really?” journal — and friend, pray for me. But the takeaway? You need a rhythm. Whether it’s a planner, a whiteboard, or your Bible and sticky notes — find a system that helps you stay aligned, not overwhelmed.
2. Make Room Now for Rest Later
If you want to actually enjoy December (you know, the family, the food, the pajamas)… you need to make space now.
- Client Work: Communicate your December availability early. Reverse engineer your delivery dates.
- Content: Batch or preschedule. Or — radical thought — take a break from posting altogether.
- Co-Marketing: Consider pod-dropping or content swaps with aligned business friends.
- Home Life: Block off your rest days and family events now before your calendar gets hijacked.
Let’s be clear: Rest isn’t lazy. It’s obedient. It’s space for God to speak. And if you’ve been asking for clarity but can’t hear Him — maybe it’s time to turn down the volume.
3. Start Prepping for 2026 (Lightly)
No pressure. No big goals yet.
Just grab a journal (Erin Condren fans, you know the joy) or start a note on your phone labeled “2026” and jot down what God shows you over the next few weeks. A verse. A phrase. A whisper.
Better yet, plan a Vision Day — 2–3 hours of stillness with God. Light a candle. Make tea. Sit. Listen.
Not sure where to start? Get on the waitlist for the next Her Faith at Work Vision Day at JanTouchberry.com/visionday.
4. Faithfulness > Finish Lines
Here’s your reminder: You don’t have to finish everything to finish well.
God finishes what He starts. He’s not asking you to sprint. He’s asking you to stay with Him.
So, when the to-do list feels heavy, ask:
What does obedience look like this week?
Maybe it’s showing up. Maybe it’s stepping back. Either way, it’s faithfulness that counts — not your checkmarks.
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