Your Self Leadership Mid-Year Check Up

by Michael J Griffin

6-minute read

How time flies…. Half of 2025 is gone already! This blog is an insightful check-up of how you are doing as a healthy wholesome leader. Dr. John Maxwell taught me that leading others starts first with leading yourself. I have created this series of questions for you to reflect on your self-leadership this weekend. I am not going to ask you about career or work, but personal areas of your leadership. Don’t forget to congratulate yourself on what you are doing well in 2025 and what improvement actions can you take the second half of 2025 to be even a more healthy, successful leader.  Let’s start!

Family Relationships

1. How often have I connected meaningfully with my family members this year?

2. Have I expressed love, appreciation, or gratitude to my family recently?

3. Have I been present (physically and emotionally) during family time?

4. Have I supported my family members through their challenges?

5. Am I listening actively and empathetically to my family’s concerns?

6. Am I sacrificing quality time with my spouse and children because of overwork?

7. Do you know the names of your children’s friends?

8. If your parents were to pass away tomorrow, would you regret not spending enough time with them as they aged?

9. How often do I bring my work stress home and dump on the family or just “zombie out?”

Health and Fitness

1. How have I been feeling physically and mentally over the past six months?

2. Am I getting enough quality sleep each night?

3. Have I experienced any recurring health issues or warning signs I should address?

4. How well am I managing stress and emotional well-being?

5. Have I maintained a consistent exercise routine?

6. Have I set and achieved any fitness goals so far this year?

7. Do I feel stronger, more flexible, or have better endurance compared to the start of the year?

8. Am I eating a balanced and nutritious diet most days?

9. Have I been mindful of portion sizes and snacking habits?

10. Are there any unhealthy eating patterns I’ve noticed?

11. Am I sacrificing my health to accumulate my wealth?

Friendships and Relationships

1. Who are friends I’ve spent the most time with, & have those relationships grown?

2. Do I show up for my friends when they need me?

3. Have I celebrated my friends’ successes and milestones?

4. Are my friendships balanced in terms of giving and receiving support?

5. Have I been honest and open in my communication with friends?

6. Do I have coaches or mentors I can openly share with and who may hold me accountable?

7. Is there a friendship that needs healing or closure?

Generosity and Graciousness

1. How often have I given my time, resources, or attention to others without expecting anything in return?

2. Have I supported a cause, charity, or community effort this year?

3. When was the last time I offered help to someone in need, even in small ways?

4. Do I share my knowledge, skills, or encouragement with others regularly?

5. Have I been generous with compliments, gratitude, or positive feedback?

6. Am I open-handed with forgiveness and understanding when others make mistakes?

7. Have I shown patience and kindness in challenging situations?

8. Have I acknowledged and thanked those who have helped or supported me?

9. Do I treat everyone with respect, regardless of their status or background?

10. Am I able to let go of grudges and move forward with a positive attitude?

Recharge, Reduce Stress and Holidays

1. Have I taken any full days off or holidays in the past six months?

2. Do I regularly meditate, have morning quiet time for reflection, readings and possibly prayer or worship?

3. Do I schedule breaks & holidays in advance, or do I wait until I feel overwhelmed?

4. Am I able to disconnect from work (emails, calls, tasks) during my time off?

5. What activities or environments help me relax and unwind most effectively?

6. Have I noticed any signs of stress or burnout creeping in? What were they?

7. Do I feel guilty or anxious about taking time off? If so, why?

8. How do I respond when I start to feel exhausted or emotionally drained?

9. Have I communicated my need for rest to my family, friends, or colleagues?

10. What boundaries have I set to protect my personal time and mental health?

Learning & Personal Growth

1. What new skills or knowledge have I gained so far this year?

2. Have I stepped outside my comfort zone to try something new or challenging?

3. What books, courses, or resources have I explored, and how have they impacted me?

4. What mistakes or failures have I experienced, and what lessons did I learn from them?

5. In what areas do I feel most improved compared to the start of the year?

6. Are there skills or subjects I intended to learn but haven’t started yet? Why?

7. How do I seek feedback, and how have I used it for self-improvement?

8. Who has inspired me in my growth journey, and have I expressed my gratitude?

9. What habits have supported or hindered my learning progress?

10. Have I set clear learning or growth goals for myself, and am I on track to achieve them?

11. What am I most proud of in my personal development this year?

12. How do I plan to continue growing and learning in the second half of the year?
    

I hope and encourage you to take time this weekend and reflect on those questions that touch your heart and stimulate your mind for a better second half of 2025!

Michael J Griffin
Founder and CEO of ELAvate
Maxwell Leadership Founding Member
michael.griffin@elavateglobal.com
+65-91194008 (WhatsApp)