Ever wondered why New Year’s resolutions often feel like they’re woven from the same fairy tale fabric as Cinderella’s midnight transformation? Join us on this whimsical exploration of fresh starts, where we poke fun at the cultural expectation of overnight success while offering insights from our therapeutic experiences.
This episode encourages listeners to consider a more fluid approach to New Year’s resolutions, emphasizing intentions over rigid goals. We explore how to structure personal change with compassion and small actionable steps, while discussing relapse within the context of holiday pressures and the importance of internal clarity in setting meaningful directions.
• Discussing the pressure of resolutions
• Identifying patterns of relapse during the holidays
• The effectiveness of intentions versus resolutions
• Understanding the importance of operationalizing goals
• The role of moderation in behavioral change
• Exploring Buddhist perspectives on making changes
• Suggesting strategies for internal reflection and clarity
• Providing actionable homework for listeners to set intentions