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:

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