E43 - From vague goals to real life: A seasonal reset (and what I'm learning along the way)

What if the problem isn't that you're bad at goals... it's that the way we're told to set them is kind of broken?In this solo episode, I'm sharing how I've been doing goal-setting differently. Instead of the classic New Year's resolution that dies by mid-January, I've been doing quarterly check-ins - basically, sitting down every three months to look at what's working, what's not, and what I actually want next.It's changed everything about how I work, how I show up, and how I trust myself to follow through.I talk about:- Why yearly goals tend to fizzle out (and what actually sticks instead)- How seasonal energy affects your motivation more than you think- Why productivity is really about managing your energy, not grinding harder- The shift from vague wishes to concrete, doable steps- Celebrating yourself, even when it feels awkward (I'm terrible at this)- Identity, habits, and becoming the version of yourself you're aiming forIf you're a PhD student, researcher, or just someone who feels stuck or disconnected from what you're supposedly "working toward," this might give you a gentler way in.No pressure. Just an invitation to pause, reflect, and figure out what you actually need right now.___________Episodes I mentioned:E38 - When you're ambitious but exhausted: a gentler approach to goalsE27 - Hormone health, cycle-informed leaving and productivity___________🔗 Work with me / resources mentioned:Researcher Reset power hourFree Leave your work at work bundle: subscribepage.io/leaveworkatworktrainingSupport the showLet's hang out! 🎙️ Follow Moms, Mats, and Manuscripts for more conversations on academia, motherhood, and mindful living. And if this episode sparked something in you, don't forget to like and share the podcast so that more people can join our coffee-fueled chats! I'd also love to hear your thoughts and questions, and if you have ideas for future episodes, drop me a line. We're also on Instagram:@moms.mats.manuscripts@shantiscience_yogaReach out: [email protected]