Is one word enough to shape your entire year—or is there a better way to show up with purpose in 2026?In this insightful New Year’s episode, Michael explores the popular practice of choosing a single “word of the year” and why it may be too limiting for the complexity of real life. Through personal reflection, mindfulness principles, and a touch of humor, he offers a more compassionate, grounded alternative that helps you return to center—again and again—as life unfolds unpredictably.Learn the science behind why "one word" works—and where it falls short.Discover how to choose a grounding phrase, question, or mantra instead of a fixed resolution.Reframe the New Year with a practice that supports growth, grace, and real-world resilience.Press play to explore a more flexible, human-centered way to navigate the ups and downs of 2026—one mindful return at a time.

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