The end of the year marks a new beginning and invites a pause for reflection. It’s a great time to take stock of the past year and look ahead to the future. Each December, I reflect on 10 questions for this very purpose.

Whether you are a paralegal, a paralegal student or you just want to be your best in work and life, the habit of reflection can build self-awareness, effectiveness and flexibility and, if done right, it can help you establish and achieve more meaningful goals.