02/02/2026
January’s workshop was Gentle Goal Setting, and honestly… it felt so right for where I’m at.
I do believe spring is the real new year, and I wanted to ease myself into 2026.
But also… we live in the human construct don’t we.
And the human construct of Christmas absolutely wipes me out 😂
Extra work. Socialising. Wanting to make it magical for the kids. Travelling. Sorting sorting sorting.
So come January, I usually need a reset.
This year I’ve broken my year down into quarters, so I can move slower and steadier. A softer pace with less pressure and more intention.
Some of my best bits from January…
(I’ve made a promise to myself to reflect each month).
The children in my life have honestly lit me up.
I adore seeing kids play. The innocence, the joy, the way they just are.
I’ve experimented with food this month too. Some went well. Some… not so much.
I’ve flared a few times, which has meant low energy and cancelling plans.
But Crohn’s also gives me so much gratitude for the days I do feel well and can live fully.
I’ve had to give myself a big dose of self-compassion this month.
There’s also been lots of uni work… and the tax return that I seem to leave until the last minute every year 😅
But I’m learning so much. I’m growing so much.
Uni has been wonderful. I’m loving the friendships I’m building and how close our group is becoming.
We’ve had some amazing guests on the podcast, I adore hearing guests stories and soaking up their wisdom.
Forever grateful for this messy, wonderfully human life.
Some mantras I live by (especially when I’m poorly):
Things could be worse.
I have challenges, but I am also deeply privileged.
I have safety, food, love and freedom. There is always something to be grateful for.
Life isn’t always fair, but I can still choose peace and perspective.
Everything comes and goes. This too shall pass.
I’m doing my best with what I have. That is enough.
I don’t know who might need to hear this, but life isn’t always fair.
And sometimes when it turns everything upside down, it can quietly offer a new perspective. Not to minimise what you’re going through. Just to remind you that nothing stays the same forever.
Sally 💚