Kicking Off the New Year with Compassionate Self-Discipline

2025 is officially here, and in this week’s episode, Val and Emerson are talking all about how to kick off the new year with compassionate self-discipline, instead of the often toxic #newyearnewme mentality. This episode covers:03:42 - Tea & Crumpets: Emerson is getting creative with her iPad and Val finally started watching Nobody Wants This.08:03 - The Lore: After extreme stress due to caring for aging parents, a woman had a bizarre immune reaction that showed her very tangibly that she needed a fresh start.11:50 - The DSM: The #NewYearNewMe culture historically isn’t working for the vast majority of people, why doesn’t it work and what CAN work instead!32:56 - Now That’s What I Call…OKAAAAY34:01 - Em Pick: “New Year’s Day” by Taylor Swift36:32 - Val Pick: “Yes and More Please” by Fia37:32 - Fire Dumpster PhoenixVal’s pick: Minnesota Summer Camp for HIV-Positive Kids Closes Down— [dramatic pause] Because There Aren’t Any More” Em’s pick: Woman collects and reunites families with their photographs lost to Hurricane HeleneResources + Stuff  Mentioned in This Episode:The Practice of Groundedess: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds--Not Crushes--Your SoulBrad StulbergKristin Neff’s self compassion workNew Year’s Day by Taylor SwiftYes and More Please by FiaMinnesota Summer Camp for HIV-Positive Kids Closes Down— [dramatic pause] Because There Aren’t Any MoreWoman collects and reunites families with their photographs lost to Hurricane HeleneConnect with Us:Send a story or ask for advice: [email protected] But For Real on IG: @butforrealpodNow That's What I Call... OKAAAAY PlaylistThe Gaia Center on IG: @thegaiacenterVal on IG: @valkaymartinThe Gaia Center website: www.gaiacenter.co DISCLAIMER: But For Real Podcast is not a substitute for individualized mental health treatment or healthcare. This podcast is solely for entertainment and educational purposes. If you are in crisis, please utilize crisis support services, such as the Crisis Text Line (Text START to 741741 in the US) or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: (Call 988 in the US), or visit www.findahelpline.com for international resources.