As 2024 winds down, many of us start thinking about the year ahead. And if you’re like most women juggling life, work, family, and everything else, the idea of setting big New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming.
Here’s the truth: Resolutions don’t work for most of us. They often focus on “doing more” or chasing an impossible list of goals, leaving us feeling stressed, guilty, or burned out when life inevitably happens.
If you know resolutions don’t work for you, it’s time to try something different.
Let’s set intentions instead of resolutions.
What’s the Difference?
Resolutions are all about what you do—run a marathon, lose 10kg, meditate daily. Intentions, on the other hand, focus on how you want to feel—strong, energised, calm, or confident.
Focusing on feelings makes it easier to align your actions with what truly matters to you. Instead of ticking off tasks, you’re creating a life that feels good inside and out. YAY!
As we move through different stages of life—like perimenopause, menopause, or balancing motherhood and careers—our bodies, priorities, and energy change.
You might find yourself:
- Struggling with low energy or fatigue that makes it hard to “do it all.”
- Feeling out of touch with your body and unsure how to take care of it.
- Wishing for more time to focus on yourself without feeling guilty.
Setting intentions meets you where you are. It gives you permission to work with your body and lifestyle, not against them.
Want to try setting intentions for 2025?
Here’s a simple way to start:
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Ask Yourself: How Do I Want to Feel?
Think about your health, energy, and well-being. Do you want to feel stronger? More balanced? Less stressed? Not more serve hot flushes? -
Choose a Focus Area
Pick one or two things to guide your actions. Maybe you want to feel energised enough to play with your kids or confident in your skin when you walk into a room. -
Align Your Actions with Your Intentions
Small, sustainable steps add up. Want to feel more energised? Start by prioritizing sleep, adding nutrient-dense meals, or fitting in movement that you enjoy. Want to feel stronger? Focus on strength-building exercises that fit your schedule and don’t leave you exhausted. -
Keep It Flexible
Life happens! Your intentions are there to guide you, not box you in. Adjust as needed and celebrate the small wins along the way.
Setting intentions is about creating a life that feels good—without adding more stress to your plate.
If you’re ready to dive deeper, I’d love to help. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, balance hormones, or find a routine that works for you, I’ve got programs designed to meet you exactly where you are.
Because thriving isn’t about doing it all—it’s about feeling good while doing what matters most.
Here’s to making 2025 your happiest, healthiest year yet.
Cat x