Welcome to 2025! This is the first episode of the new year and I am excited to reflect on 2024 and prep for the year ahead. In this episode I also get into goal setting and how to make sure our goals are realistic and specific.

Resources Mentioned:

The Year Compass

Let's Get it Done Worksheet

At the time of this episode there are wildfires spreading throughout Los Angeles. Many have lost their homes and lives. If you feel called to please feel free to look through these resources, give back, and donate where you can.

Volunteer and donation opportunities: https://secretlosangeles.com/how-you-can-help-la-wildfires/

GoFundMe Master List Submissions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqKbSJ_mQtpVqw6F-CNMudvS1_sWE1pA8lasw-SgTPMWP06A/viewform

Displaced Black Families GoFundMe Directory: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network Fire & Wind Storm Resources: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KMk34XY5dsvVJjAoD2mQUVHYU_Ib6COz6jcGH5uJWDY/htmlview?usp=sharing#

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