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The start of a new year is like a clean notebook—blank pages waiting for your story. But if you’re carrying over last year’s stress, it can feel more like scribbling over old notes than starting fresh. Let’s talk about how to reset your mindset, let go of lingering burdens, and step into this year with clarity and purpose.

✨ Reflect thoughtfully

Before stepping forward, take a moment to reflect on the year that’s just ended. What drained your energy? What patterns kept you stuck? Letting go isn’t just about leaving behind bad habits—it’s about releasing expectations, comparisons, and doubts that don’t align with the person you’re becoming.

Try this: Write a "2024 Release Letter." Jot down all the stressors, missteps, or regrets from the past year. Thank them for the lessons they taught you, then physically or digitally let the letter go. Shred it, delete it, or tuck it away—this symbolic action frees up mental space for what truly matters.

🌿 Reset with purpose

You can’t pour from an empty cup. In 2025, prioritize practices that help you thrive mentally. Just like a well-designed space can inspire creativity, your mental environment needs deliberate design too.

Quick reset ideas:

• 🍵 Micro-meditations. Take 2-3 minutes during your workday to breathe deeply and recenter.

• 🧹 Declutter your digital life. Organize your files, unsubscribe from emails that clutter your inbox, and clear out apps that no longer spark joy.

• ✅ Check in with yourself. End each day with three reflection questions: What went well? What challenged me? What can I improve tomorrow?

🔄 Build habits for a fresh start

Kick off the year by mixing a bit of gratitude for all that you’ve achieved with a strong vision for your future. It’s a great way to create balance and keep the momentum going!

Your 2025 Gratitude + Vision Exercise:

• 🫂 Gratitude: Write down five things you’re grateful for from 2024, no matter how small.

• 👀 Vision: Envision your ideal December 31, 2025. Where are you? What have you achieved? Who have you become? Write this as though it’s already happened.

When you need a mid-year reset, revisit this vision—it’s your North Star. 🌟 

This is your fresh start, your blank notebook. Take a deep breath and turn the page— 2025 is your year.

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Real or AI 🤖

Happy New Year, y’all! 🎆 A few days ago we tested y’all’s ability to decipher which fireworks were real and which were AI generated. Happy to say we took back the power & 88% of you voted correctly - Image 2 was the REAL fireworks display! 🎉 

This week, we’re focused on our yearly goal of moving our bodies. You’ve arrived at the park for the Sunday yoga session, ready to stretch and unwind on your mat. But as you settle in and look around, something starts to feel a little off…

Which of the images is REAL? Cast your vote below! ⬇️ 

Here’s to your best year yet (pookie),
rorrie 🌱 & devin 🌎