Here we are. The final hours of 2025. The air is thick with the smell of champagne, glitter, and… if we’re being honest, a little bit of performance anxiety.
We’re all “supposed” to be making lists right now. Lists of what we’re going to stop eating, how many miles we’re going to run, and how we’re finally going to become that perfectly optimized version of ourselves. But can I be real with you? Most resolutions are just fancy ways of telling ourselves we aren’t enough yet. They’re rules meant to restrict us, and that’s why they usually end up in the trash by mid-February.
This year, I’m begging you: Don’t set another resolution. Do this instead.
Rules Restrict, But Vision Inspires
A resolution feels like a chore. It’s a “thou shalt not.” A vision, however, is a “what if?”
When you set a rule—like “I won’t buy any more cute cups” (yes, I’m looking at myself!)—your brain immediately looks for ways to rebel. But when you create a vision—like “I want to live a life of financial freedom where my space is intentional and uncluttered”—suddenly, saying no to that extra mug isn’t a sacrifice. It’s an alignment.
One feels like a prison; the other feels like a choice.
How to Build Your 2026 Vision
Instead of a list of “Nos,” I want you to grab a piece of paper and write down how you want your life to feel in December of 2026.
- The Feeling of Your Morning: Do you want to wake up feeling rushed, or do you see yourself sipping coffee in a quiet, organized kitchen?
- The Energy of Your Work: Do you see yourself grinding for a paycheck, or building a legacy that reflects your skills?
- The Depth of Your Peace: Do you see yourself constantly checking notifications, or having the margin to walk in your neighborhood and just breathe?
Manifesting with Intention
Once you have the feeling, the actions follow naturally. You don’t need a rule to tell you to save money when your vision is to travel to a place that makes your soul sing. You don’t need a rule to eat better when your vision is to have the energy to play with your kids or your pets without getting winded.
2026 isn’t about becoming a “new” you. You’re already amazing. It’s about clearing away the noise so the real you can finally take the lead.
So, tonight, when the clock strikes midnight, don’t promise to be a different person. Promise to be a person who follows their own excitement. Let’s stop building cages and start building lives we actually want to live.
Happy New Year, love. I can’t wait to see what we build together.
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Until next time, shine amongst the stars!
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Don’t set another resolution—do this instead. 🥂 Create a vision that excites you, not a rule that restricts you. Let’s head into 2026 with intention, not just a to-do list. What are you manifesting? ✨ 🕯️✨ ❤️ #LavandaMIchelle