What's Holding You Back from Achieving Your Intentions?

12/31/24 • 15 min

In this episode of the Running Wine Mom podcast, Samantha Cieslinski discusses the importance of setting intentions for the New Year, emphasizing that intentions should inspire action and align with personal values. She explores the science behind intention setting, how to integrate intentions into daily life, and the significance of reflecting on past experiences to create transformative intentions for the future. The conversation highlights the need for flexibility, accountability, and emotional resilience in the journey of personal growth.

Takeaways

Intentions should inspire action and be phrased positively.
Nearly 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February.
Creating a daily routine can support your intentions.
Intentions are about values, not rigid rules.
Setting intentions activates the prefrontal cortex.
Mindfulness can be practiced in short moments throughout the day.
Progress is more important than perfection in achieving goals.
Intentions help maintain emotional resilience during challenges.
Reflecting on past experiences is crucial for setting future intentions.
Your core values guide your intentions and actions.

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