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New Years is the perfect reset. A clean page. A chance to release what’s been weighing you down and choose what you want to carry into the next 12 months. Here are three simple ways to set the tone for your year.
#1 Declutter
Moving into a new chapter is easier when you stop dragging the old one behind you. Donate decor that no longer fits your style, and let go of items tied to heavy memories or stagnant energy. If it doesn’t add something positive to your space or your life, it doesn’t deserve to take up room.
#2 Smudge your home
Smudging is one of my favorite ways to shift the feel of a space. White sage has been studied for potential antimicrobial properties, and whether you’re in it for the science, the ritual, or the scent, it’s a simple way to create a fresh start. Light the bundle and move through your home slowly, giving extra attention to corners, closets, entryways, and bathrooms. Think of it like clearing the static.
#3 Set your intention
Take a few minutes to pause and actually check in with yourself. Sit tall, close your eyes, and breathe. What are you proud of from this past year? What did it teach you? What are you ready to stop tolerating? And what do you want more of? Your intention doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be honest.
The seeds you plant now shape the year ahead. You can’t control everything life brings, but you can control what you choose to nurture, what you choose to release, and the energy you decide to walk forward with.
“Don’t live the same year 75 times and call it a life.”