In this episode, JM and Valerie break down why most New Year’s resolutions flop—and introduce a better way to grow: personal commitments. Learn how to set specific, meaningful goals, build lasting habits, and celebrate tiny wins that actually stick. If you're ready to ditch guilt-based goals and start showing up for yourself in a way that feels good and doable, this one’s for you.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why most New Year’s resolutions fail and what to do instead
  
  
• How personal commitments create lasting, realistic change
  
  
• Simple habit-building tips that actually stick
  
  
• The power of small wins and celebrating consistent progress
  
  
  

LINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:

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• Join the thousands of people using the post-trauma secrets and decluttering by starting here: https://dowellht.com/freeyourself

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