Ep 1: The New Year Reset: Kicking Off 2026 with Healthy Resolutions, Habits, and Spaces

In our very first episode of Life More Abundantly, Dr. Eboni Haynes and Dr. Tynisha Camae Drennon pull up a chair and introduce what this podcast is really about: talking Black health the way we talk about everything else—real, out loud, and with love… with receipts, not rumors. We share how this podcast came to be, why “Life More Abundantly” matters (yes, John 10:10—but we’re not here to be churchy), and how faith, culture, and community shape the way we care for our bodies, minds, relationships, and everyday choices.Then we get into the new year energy: what Americans say their 2026 resolutions are, what’s actually realistic, and why “small wins” might be the most powerful health strategy you try this year. We talk Atomic Habits, tiny upgrades that stick, and how your environment can either support your goals—or sabotage them.Next up: a decluttering rundown inspired by a “start the year lighter” list. If you’ve ever said “I’ll do it later,” this part is for you.In our Community Calendar segment, we spotlight International Quality of Life Month and do a quick, no-shame check-in to help you figure out what area of your life needs attention first—energy, stress, support, purpose, boundaries, or security. And of course… we sip a little “Herbal Tea” — not gossip for gossip’s sake, but trending topics that open the door to real conversations about values, public perception, and community well-being.Next week, we’re going deeper into stress—because whew… we all feel it.Send your comments/questions to: [email protected] and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s next.