Can This Year Really Be Better?
A better 2026 - Maybe?
"Who you are is defined by what you're willing to struggle for." ~Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck. I've been thinking a lot about this quote and how we start this year. Not the goals we write down on Jan 1st that quietly disappear by February. Not the hustle that makes us feel behind before we've begun. I'm talking about actually feeling different - not just saying we want to.
Get Clear on What You Want
If we’re honest, feeling better isn’t about changing everything. That just creates chaos. It’s about being real with ourselves about what we’re actually willing to do - and stop doing - so life feels lighter instead of heavier.
Take a health goal, for example. Are you really willing to give up late-night snacks? Are you really willing to get up early for the gym? Are you really willing to leave work on time to make it to your workout class?
Or a professional goal to stress less. Are you willing to put boundaries in place to leave on time? Are you willing to say no to extra projects? Or are you afraid of what that might do to your image?
Maybe you want a promotion. Are you willing to focus on the most impactful priorities? Or do you feel too bad saying no to others at work… and at home… and everywhere in between?
The real question is this: What are you truly willing to cut out in order to focus on the thing you say you want? Or as Mark says, what are you willing to struggle for?
Maybe not total struggle, but discomfort. Because if you’re not willing to endure the discomfort of change, you’re not setting yourself up for a better year, you’re just setting yourself up for more of the same.
And if that’s what you want, there’s nothing wrong with that. But let’s stop fooling ourselves.
When we say we want something but aren’t willing to do what’s required, all we create is guilt, shame, and unnecessary pressure.
Life is already hard enough. Most of our suffering doesn’t come from other people. It comes from our expectations, our attachments, and our unwillingness to change.
And I get it! Change is hard. That’s why I do what I do!
Change on your own can feel near impossible. But change with the right support, accountability, and systems? That's when your desired change becomes inevitable.
If you want to join me, I’ll be guiding people through getting clear on what truly matters, deciding what they’re actually willing to do (and not do), and creating a year that feels aligned - not exhausting. An Intentional Start. Natural Momentum Virtual Workshop Registration HERE - Jan 16.
Because you don’t have to fight your way through 2026.
You can actually enjoy it.
Cheers to a year of ease,
Sharon
Register to get the recording even if you can't attend live. REGISTER HERE. I can't wait to see you!
Kickoff 2026 with Clarity, Energy, and Support!
Start the new year with sustainable habits that support your success and allow you to be who you want to be!
Join my free Intentional Start - Natural Momentum virtual session!
The ultimate workshop to clarity your identity, focus your energy, and connect with a powerful community!
- Jan 16th, 12-1pm ET
- Via Teams
Registration Link Here
Can't make it? You can schedule a free 30-minute strategy session to more specifically discuss where you are and where you want to be: Free Strategy Session Scheduler
Whether we decide to work together or not, I can help with your next best step. If you know you want support, there are several ways to invest in yourself in 2026:
Life Vision Intensive - A 2-hour discovery session to define what a successful and fulfilling life means for YOU. Includes your Life Vision document, a core values exercise, and a 1-hour finalization call. Investment = $399
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Life is too short to spend it feeling stressed, overwhelmed and unsatisfied. I've helped so many women improve their happiness, well-being, and success because they chose to schedule a call and take one step towards the life of their dreams. I can help you too.
