Episode 37: First Downs for 2026: Reflect, Reset, and Run the Next Play

In this episode, Dr. Trenette invites us to set 2026 goals differently. Instead of rushing into a “new year, go harder” mindset, we pause to reflect on what truly drained our energy in 2025 so we do not carry the same stress into a new calendar. This episode blends practical planning steps with encouragement that reminds us that our most important goals are not only about what we produce, but who we become while we are producing.In This Episode, We CoverWhy a new year does not automatically create new alignmentHow to reflect on 2025 without shame but with clarity and hopeThree questions to identify what drained your energy, focus, and confidenceHow to do to clear mental clutter and recognize patternsWhy choosing one aligned goal can create more momentum than setting ten goalsHow to turn that goal into strategies plus a tiny habit you can keep on rough weeksHow to create a reset plan so one hard week does not become a lost seasonThe Travis Greene lesson: touchdowns versus first downsSimple Homework from the EpisodeIdentify what drained you in 2025 and name the deeper patternDo a mind sweep and circle the items connected to those patternsWrite ten goals and choose the most aligned goalSelect one tiny habit you can keep consistentlyWrite a reset plan for when life interrupts your planListen to the EpisodeAdd your links here as you prefer:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GrantWritingMadeClearApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grant-writing-made-clear-with-dr-trenette/id1782782317Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aTrG8cA70dk37zb9a1s0rCommunity InvitationJoin our private Facebook community for connection, practical resources, and steady support: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BBd1aCj7r/Grab your free copy of Think Like a Winner at https://trenette-goings.mykajabi.com/thinklikeawinnerIf you’re thinking “I love Dr. Trenette and Grant Writing Made Clear” please rate, review, and subscribe!