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Emergence Now

New Year’s Resolutions Are for Suckers—Do This Instead

Feb 3, 2025
32:23

Alright, we’re back! The holidays are over, January is behind us, and—let’s be honest—so are most New Year’s resolutions. We’ve all been there: making grand plans to eat healthier, wake up early, hustle harder, and finally chase that dream… only to find ourselves slipping back into old habits.

In this episode of Emergence Now, we break down why we’re NOT big on resolutions and why consistency, reflection, and stacking wins matter more than a January 1st promise. We talk about the cycle of guilt that resolutions create, the power of gratitude, and how real change happens—not through intensity, but through daily commitment.

But here’s the thing—change doesn’t happen on a calendar. You don’t need an arbitrary date to start living better. What if instead of setting resolutions, you focused on small, consistent shifts? What if you built a system that works for you instead of against you? We dive into why reflection beats resolution, how inspiration fuels momentum, and why doing more of what you love is the ultimate productivity hack.

So, what if instead of chasing perfection, you focused on what actually fuels you? What if you doubled down on what makes you feel alive instead of forcing yourself into habits that don’t stick?


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