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In this episode, Meg and Jill explore goal setting through a grounded, human lens, focusing on the science behind sustainable change rather than short lived motivation or perfection driven resolutions.

What begins as a conversation about New Year’s goals unfolds into a deeper discussion about intention versus resolution, habit formation, nervous system safety, and why so many goals fail despite good intentions. They unpack how pressure, rigidity, and unrealistic expectations sabotage change, and what actually helps habits stick long term.

Drawing from behavioral science, lived experience, and practical examples, this episode offers a compassionate and realistic approach to creating meaningful change that supports real life rather than fights it.

We explore:

• The difference between resolutions and intentions

• Why intentions create direction without perfection

• How self honesty is essential for sustainable change

• Why goals must be enjoyable to be maintained

• Making habits easy, visible, and realistic

• The role of identity and alignment in goal setting

• Why trial periods are more effective than long term commitments

• How habit stacking increases follow through

• Why reminders need to include the “why,” not just the task

• Closing loops to reduce mental load

• How compassion accelerates growth

• Adjusting goals without self judgment

• Creating systems that work with your nervous system

• Why sustainable change is about consistency, not intensity

This episode is encouraging, practical, and deeply supportive for anyone who feels frustrated by goal setting, stuck in cycles of starting and stopping, or ready to create real change without burning out.

Powerful Quotes from This Episode

“An intention is a posture, not a rule.”

“Perfection is not sustainable. Alignment is.”

“If it is not enjoyable, you will not keep doing it.”

“Being honest with yourself is not limiting. It is liberating.”

“Make it easy. Make it visible. Make it meaningful.”

“We forget why something matters, not just what we planned.”

“Sustainable change works with your nervous system, not against it.”

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3. Self Mastery Program:
4. https://www.profoundwellness.net/self-mastery-program
5. Bold Beautiful Life Membership:
6. https://www.profoundwellness.net/membership
7. Bold Beautiful Business Mastermind:
8. https://www.profoundwellness.net/mastermind

Resources Mentioned:

1. Mel Robbin’s Podcast Episode:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/73LyE4FOV8jQCLfcD5qGR0?si=f91354e9e98c4112