Created & Published On Substack January 7, 2023; Updated December 2025

If you are reading this and feeling like you are still trying to gain your footing from the past year (or three), I must say that I am right there with you. There is a lot that has felt broken, and there is a lot that has also transformed; there has both been grief and growth.

Let us give ourselves some grace for all that we have endured over these past few months. Let us bring our attention to what we need to water and nourish the most in our current state of being.

How Do YOU Want to Start the New Year?

I love seeing everyone set their intentions and resolutions for the year. And although I am one to journal and set intentions (almost daily), with the start of the new year, I am finding the need to SLOW DOWN and NURTURE before jumping into all of the new things …

Do you feel ready to jump into something right away and start new goals, or do you need time to sit, reflect, and plan what you want to expand, heal, and nurture during this next year?

Embracing Winter’s Rhythm

As a seasonal living enthusiast, the rhythm of winter is very reflective; it’s a time of restoration and peace. It’s time to explore what we want to plant come the beginning of spring, when we have a new beginning - a renewal.

So though I hold no judgment toward anyone setting goals and getting started right away, for those of you just gaining your footing after the holiday season, it is fine to still be in the cocoon of the winter season - going inward, contemplating, and resting.

Winter's rhythm is very reflective; it’s a time of restoration and peace. It’s time to explore what we want to plant at the beginning of spring when we have a new beginning - a renewal.

How to Set Intentional, Soul-Led Goals for the New Year

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3 Practical Ways for Mothers to Gain More Energy & Feel Better Mentally this Winter

These are things that you can do right now, even if you’re taking a slower approach to your wellness goals in the new year. They do not require any fancy gadgets or spending extra money. They are slow and calm ways to feel more energized and aligned this winter, and can help set you up for when you are ready to commit to larger goals this next year!

01. Gently Shift Your Energy

Sometimes, we are just too tired with the everyday tasks of motherhood to do a full workout, but oftentimes, we still need to shift our energy so we can release the built-up tension in our bodies. These are two of my favorite techniques for when I need to let go of stress and get out of my mind and back into my body.

EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) involves gently tapping specific points on your body (similar to acupressure) while focusing on certain thoughts or affirmations.

Qigong is a form of gentle movement and breathwork rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), designed to cultivate and balance the body’s vital energy (Qi).

Why It Helps

Both EFT and Qigong help relieve stress and anxiety while boosting natural energy.
They bring mind, body, and emotions into harmony without requiring intense exercise.

Extra Tips

01. One of my favorite QiGong instructors on Youtube has a ton of FREE videos to explore. Check her out here!

02. If you are not interested in either of these techniques, you can easily shift your energy by doing simple breathing exercises, or stepping outside into the sunlight (even if it is freezing out). The light exposure can help boost your mood and shift built-up energy in your body.

Fuel with Nutrient-Dense Foods

Adding nutrient-dense, fiber-rich foods will help to banish fatigue and improve your mental and physical wellness. Aim to start your day with proteins, complex carbs, and healthy fats. Remember low carb and/or low fat only puts more stress on your body and could leave you feeling more depleted

Eggs & Greens

2 eggs (over easy or soft-boiled, if that’s your preference)

Sweet Potatoes

Slice into wedges, drizzle with olive oil & sea salt, and roast at 450°F for ~30 minutes

Mixed Green Salad

Blend of crunchy lettuce + spinach/spring mix
Cherry tomatoes, diced red onions, shredded carrots
2 pieces of crispy bacon (oven-baked for less mess)
Simple Dressing: Juice of ½ lemon, sea salt & olive oil

(Optional) Fresh Squeezed OJ

For a little sweetness & extra vitamin boost

Why It Works

Proteins keep you full and help maintain muscle.
Complex Carbs (sweet potato) stabilize energy and blood sugar.
Healthy Fats from eggs, bacon, and olive oil support hormone balance and brain health.
Greens provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals to keep energy levels steady.

If you are looking for some other realistic, clean eating ideas, check out my 3-Day Mama Reset, which includes a menu plan for three days, and has tips to make meals that the whole family can enjoy! Download below!

Prioritize

(Without Stressing About “Balance”)

You hear a lot about balance in motherhood, but it is BS. Trying to do all of the things can cause your body more stress, resulting in fatigue. You cannot do it all in one day, and that is okay. Each day, prioritize what you need to take care of. Try mini routines to help you organize your days and reduce the daily overwhelm.

Quick tips to help you prioritize

✧ Make a list of all of the things you need to get done that day/week

✧ What are 1-2 urgent tasks? Make those your must-do’s for the day

✧ Start to chunk out the list each day with what is of the highest priority

Making the effort to also put yourself on the list of things to prioritize

✧ Start to make a list of things that help you to relax and bring you joy

✧ Add one of these to your daily schedule

NOTE: there is a worksheet in Fuel Your Soul to help you get more clarity on creating routines that bring you joy! I am including the journal prompts below - but if you want more context around these questions, be sure to download your free ebook -

Journal Prompts for Prioritizing Yourself in Motherhood

↠ What do you want your day to be/feel like?
↠ What relaxes you?
↠ What brings you joy?
↠ If you could do one thing for yourself every day (and time was not an issue), what would it be?
Reflect on your answers to help you start to plan mini routines

A Restorative Winter for Growth in the New Year

Remember, there’s no right way to start the New Year. Whether you’re ready to leap into fresh goals or take a more contemplative path, honor what your mind, body, and soul need during this reflective winter season.