Stillness in the Storms Forget Resolutions: Why One Word Is All You Need This Year
Jan 3, 2026
The host shares his recent battle with a chest infection, reminding us of life's fragility. He introduces a refreshing approach to New Year intentions: choosing just one word, which for him is 'Simplify.' This concept encourages stripping down life to its essentials to reduce stress and enhance peace. The discussion also delves into the emotional journey of recognizing and learning from feelings like anxiety. Listeners are inspired to reflect on their words for the year, fostering a deeper personal connection to their journey.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Near-Hospital Chest Infection
- Steven Webb described a severe chest infection that required an ambulance and oxygen to raise his sats to 90.
- He avoided hospital admission so he could sit upright and cough using his diaphragm, then recovered after steroids and antibiotics.
Pick One Guiding Word
- Choose one word for the year and return to it regularly to guide decisions and behavior.
- Study the word's meaning and ask how it reduces your suffering in daily moments.
Simplify Tasks To One Next Step
- Simplify tasks by stripping them to their essence: do only the next small step required.
- Remove unnecessary items, close tabs, and stop adding obstacles to make actions easier.