Popcorn, Books, and Life Overhaul: A Fresh Approach to New Year's Resolutions {Ep. 62}

NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS * GOAL SETTING * MOTIVATION * DISCIPLINE * PERSONAL + PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT * JOYFUL LIVING * HUMAN DESIGN * GOAL SETTING * UNCONVENTIONAL CHOICES In this Episode 62, we're diving into an unconventional perspective on life and resolutions! I'll share personal insights that include avoiding mainstream trends to navigating a year of podcasts and books, so listen in as I uncover the secrets to sustainable change, the distinction between self-care and self-soothing and self-love, and the power of tiny steps in reshaping your journey. It's time to embrace a unique approach to 2024, blending motivation, discipline, and the joy of embracing your individuality! Listen in to join the journey of breaking norms and crafting a remarkable year. I can't wait to hear what resonated - send me a voice note!  Is there something you'd love some feedback about in your life or career? Maybe something you want me to answer in a future episode? If so, let me know! Here are just a few key takeaways and quotes from this episode - listen for more! 👉🏽 Key Takeaways: Embrace Your Pace: Recognize that personal timelines matter more than societal pressures. Progress is progress, regardless of the speed. Self-Love vs. Self-Soothing: Distinguish between self-care and self-love. Elevate your well-being by setting boundaries, making aligned decisions, and focusing on what truly matters. Baby Steps to Sustain Change: Avoid the crash and burn of grand "new" year resolutions. Implement tiny, sustainable goals year-round for lasting transformation. Motivation vs. Discipline: Acknowledge that motivation is fleeting. Cultivate discipline for consistent progress in both personal and professional aspects. Building Support Structures: Understand the importance of having the right structures in place to support your decisions and create lasting change. 👉🏽 Episode Quotes from Sheila: "Motivation wanes; discipline can be consistent. It's the tiny steps and structures that turn our lives into what we want them to be." "Embrace the uncertainty, get excited about yourself, and focus on the link between wellness and professional competency in 2024." "We overestimate what we can do in a day and underestimate what we can achieve in a year." Resources from the Show  ✔ Listen to / Share my new podcast for lawyers, "Build Your Joyful and Thriving Lawyer Life!" ✔ Let's connect! Get my biweekly(ish) newsletter with inspiring, motivational, and practical strategies for navigating life's challenges - I call it Baby Steps to Thrive! 🐤 ✔ Check out the podcasts I was on this past year and discover some new podcasts for 2024! ✔ Learn more about working with me! ✔ Grab a gift card for someone you love - even if it's yourself!  >>>  My mission is to help regulated professionals (licensed and certified, like lawyers, social workers, educators, accountants, yogis, and everyone in between) to figure out exactly what they want, realize it's 100% within reach, and create a simple, actionable plan that will get them there. I'd love to support you, too! Here are some ways you can start creating your Joyful and Thriving™ life today!   FREE RESOURCES 👉🏽 If you struggle to find the right words to tell a client no, or you need time to get back to them, or even if you're going on vacation and want to be left alone, then these simple strategies for better boundaries are going to be  your new best friend! Learn more about how these swipe copy and paste email script templates can start improving your life TODAY! 👉🏽 Start setting clear expectations with clients with this Contracts Guide! 👉🏽 Build a healthier lifestyle and add more joy in your life in this Masterclass! 👉🏽 Sign up for VIP news and opportunities not available to the public   LOW-COST RESOURCES 👉🏽 Start fixing your top 3 most frustrating situations TODAY in this Managing Expectations Mini-Course! ($19)  👉🏽 Start getting Boundaries *and* Balance in this Workshop ($29) - especially as you head into the new year!   LET'S CONNECT! Tag me, follow me, and DM me with your thoughts and questions: 👉🏽 Instagram @sheilamwilkinson and Facebook @lawyercoachsheila 👉🏽 Learn more about me here: https://sheilawilkinson.com 👉🏽 Free Stuff, Fun Stuff, Links & More: https://sheilawilkinson.com/links   RATE THIS PODCAST/EPISODE 👉🏽 Do that on Apple Podcasts here, or, if you're listening on Spotify, go back to the main profile for our show and click the 5⭐review option there! 👉🏽 Not on Apple Podcasts? No worries! Rate and Review on our site and make sure to leave a question for a future episode!