Can you believe we’ve stepped into a brand-new year? As we kick off this year, we’re here with a pep talk that skips the pressure to reinvent yourself and instead invites you to start from where you are.
Sit back, take a deep breath, and let's journey into the new year with grace and gratitude, armed with small steps for meaningful progress. January isn’t magic; it’s just another month. Let's start this year not by transforming who we are but by building on the strengths that make us unique. Join us as we continue the conversation on embracing imperfect progress, adding a dash of joy to everyday moments, and sticking together on this exciting journey ahead.
Episode Highlights:
[00:47] - Happy New Year!
[02:06] - Fresh Start Framework
Resources Mentioned:
- Grab The Holiday Headstart Playbook
- Take the Holiday Profile quiz
- Follow on Instagram @theholidayheadstart
- Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!
What’s Next?
The new year isn’t about a complete overhaul—it’s about continuing your beautiful, imperfect story. Stick with us, because we’ve got big plans for 2025:
- More traditions to explore
- Practical tips to simplify your life
- And, of course, plenty of lists to make!
Whatever this year holds, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way. Let’s make it a great one—together.
If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love this one too:
- Episode 15: Holiday Pep Talk: What's Important Now?
- Episode 16: Holiday Pep Talk: The Magic of the Week After Christmas
More About The Holiday Headstart:
Welcome to The Holiday Headstart podcast, where we get intentional about kicking overwhelm to the curb and bringing joy back to your holidays (and every day). We’re Heidi and Emily, two sisters and former elementary school teachers, who’ve taken the simple strategies and practical tips we mastered in the classroom and put them to work in our personal lives.
And we’re here to help you do the same! Join us each week as we share how, with a little planning and a little prep, you can ensure that the days that make life special don’t become the days that make you stressed.
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