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January arrives quieter than we expect. After months of planning, hosting, shopping, and holding everything (and everyone) together, the noise suddenly drops. And our brains go… now what?

In this episode, we talk about why January feels like a reset — even if you don’t believe in resolutions — and why nothing is “wrong” with you for feeling off. This isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about understanding the season you’re in.

We explore why January hits midlife women especially hard, why motivation dips by design, and why pressure-filled goals tend to fall apart fast (with plenty of laughs at our own failed attempts).

Then we share an analogy that reframes balance in a way that feels doable, realistic, and freeing — no guilt, no hustle, no perfection required.

Together, we dive into:

• Why the quiet after the chaos can feel unsettling — and powerful
• What January gives us that the rest of the year doesn’t
• Why resolutions don’t stick (and it’s not a willpower problem)
• A simple way to think about balance that works in real life
• The four “plates” we’re all spinning — and how to know which one needs your hands right now

We also share real-life January examples — what we’re focusing on, what we’re letting wobble, and how small shifts can bring real relief.

This episode is for the woman who feels the urge to reset… without signing up for another all-or-nothing plan. No resolutions. Just one steadier plate.

✨ Tune in and give yourself permission to start gently

As we mentioned in this episode, be sure to listen to our last conversation with an expert in this area, Elsa Elbert, for even more goodness to help you roll gently into 2026.

▶️ Ep. 111 Clutter Detox with Elsa Elbert: Easy Home Edits for the New Year 2026

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The holidays are over, the decorations are down, the resolutions are up… and suddenly we’re staring at spaces that don’t match our fresh-start energy. 👀

In this episode, we’re joined by Elsa Elbert — founder & CEO of Composed Living — to explore how our homes impact our happiness, stress, and productivity, and how a few simple edits can set the tone for a calmer, lighter and happier 2026.

We talk about:

✔ The surprising connection between clutter + emotional well-being

✔ How clutter affects happiness, focus, and mental fatigue

✔ Why some spaces are easy to purge and others feel impossible (and what to do about it)

✔ Where to start (so you don’t overwhelm yourself)

✔ What things you can tackle first that are easy and momentum-building

✔ How to make progress with sentimental items

✔ Empty nest & guest room solutions that feel warm, inviting, and useful

✔ Elsa’s 30-Day Clutter Free Plan (and our favorite tips inside it!)

🧘 If you’re craving less mess, more calm, and a home that supports your goals — this episode gives you the how-to without the judgment or perfection pressure.

Listen in and learn how small space shifts can create big life shifts.

Free Resource: 30-Day Clutter Free PDF

Find Elsa at composedliving.com — with access to more free guides, services, events, The Composed Living Podcast and more!

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The holidays can be beautiful… and exhausting—sometimes at the exact same time.

In this episode, we’re not just helping you get through the final stretch of the year—we’re showing you how to protect your energy, honor your limits, and carry real momentum into the new year without burnout, guilt, or pressure.

We check in honestly about how we’re really feeling mid-December—what’s lighting us up and what’s quietly draining us. From there, we dive into the very real midlife holiday challenges: hormonal shifts, family dynamics, disrupted routines, and the invisible mental load that seems to triple this time of year.

But this isn’t about surviving. It’s about thriving on your own terms.

Together, we explore:

• Why the way we handle these next two weeks sets the tone for how we step into the new year
• Simple but powerful energy protectors to help you feel more grounded (even when everything feels loud)
• Emotional boundaries that actually work—without blowing up traditions or relationships
• Small, meaningful ways to experience joy right now, not someday in January

We also walk you through a gentle, reflective ritual for the space between Christmas and New Year’s—a time many women feel stuck, reflective, or restless. We talk about what to release from 2025, what to carry forward, and how to intentionally create excitement for January before it arrives.

Recommended episodes to enjoy and get you through the New Year 🥂:

Ep. 88 Dr. John John Gray on Venus on Fire, Mars on Ice: The surprising Link Between Hormones and Connection

Ep. 86 What’s in Your Beauty Bag? Clean and Simple Swaps with Paige & Tracey of Elan Pure

Ep.83 How connections and Friendship Transform Midlife Wellness: The Power of B.O.N.D.

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