In this reflective end-of-year episode of Occupied, hosts Brock and Jess take a moment to pause, look back, and make sense of 2025 — both personally and professionally.

Together, they unpack the highs, the hard bits, and the unexpected lessons that shaped the year, before turning their attention to what lies ahead. Rather than rigid resolutions, this conversation focuses on values, direction, and intentional growth as they set goals for 2026.

This episode is an honest check-in about work, identity, creativity, burnout, momentum, and what it means to keep evolving as practitioners, educators, and humans.

In this episode, we discuss:

Key reflections and standout moments from 2025

What challenged us, stretched us, or changed our perspectives

Lessons learned from projects, conversations, and community

Letting go of what no longer serves us

Setting meaningful, values-aligned goals for 2026

How intention, curiosity, and sustainability guide our plans moving forward

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Host: Brock Cook & Dr Jessica Levick

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