5 Reasons To Stop Doing New Year’s Resolutions
In this solo episode, Mardi Winder takes a closer look at why so many New Year’s resolutions fail and why they can actually leave us feeling more discouraged than motivated. Instead of pushing yourself into another year of unrealistic expectations, she invites you to explore the five big problems with traditional resolutions and what to do differently, especially if you are rebuilding your life after divorce.
She shares how resolutions often come from pressure instead of intention, how they focus on perfection rather than progress, and why they rarely consider emotional healing or real-life circumstances. Mardi also shares how resolutions can trigger shame when life gets complicated, and how they sometimes distract us from the deeper work of creating lasting change. Throughout the conversation, she encourages you to move away from “fixing yourself” and toward setting compassionate, meaningful goals that actually support your wellbeing.
This episode is about giving yourself permission to choose a gentler, more sustainable approach to growth. You will hear practical ideas for creating direction without the guilt of broken promises, and ways to stay aligned with your values instead of chasing someone else’s version of success.
About the Host:
Mardi Winder is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce.
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