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Winter isn’t a launchpad. It’s a cave. A compost season. And if you’re a high-responsibility helper who’s been white-knuckling your way to the finish line, your nervous system already knows the truth: you don’t need a resolution—you need rhythm.
In this season finale of Between a Hot Mess & a Therapist, we’re talking about why “new year, new you” pressure doesn’t work (especially for helpers), how winter naturally asks your body to slow down, and how to choose intention over performance—so you can move into the next season a little less cooked and a lot more honest.
Want to do this in your real life (not just in your head)?
Join the Messy Middle Reset on Friday, January 30 (10a–12p CST) — a 90–120 minute live Zoom workshop (replay included) to stop performing “I’m fine,” use your Human Design environment + your actual home/work space to create a nervous system sanctuary, and make tiny shifts your body can actually handle.
🎧 Workshop details: https://shawnalovinlpcs.com/messymiddlereset
Over it but not done? Join The Messy Middle Reset on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 10a-12p CST, my live nervous system sanctuary workshop for helpers. Get the details at https://shawnalovinlpcs.com/services.
Got a Question? SUBMIT IT HERE
This podcast was brought to you by Healing Roots Wellness & Botanicals. For more information, please visit www.ShawnaLovinLPCS.com. Although Shawna is a licensed counselor in the State of Texas, this podcast is not therapy and should not be used as a therapeutic intervention. Many of the practices and products mentioned are for educational and informational purposes only. Should you need support, please seek appropriate, qualified, and licensed professionals.
By Shawna Lovin, MA, LPC-SWinter isn’t a launchpad. It’s a cave. A compost season. And if you’re a high-responsibility helper who’s been white-knuckling your way to the finish line, your nervous system already knows the truth: you don’t need a resolution—you need rhythm.
In this season finale of Between a Hot Mess & a Therapist, we’re talking about why “new year, new you” pressure doesn’t work (especially for helpers), how winter naturally asks your body to slow down, and how to choose intention over performance—so you can move into the next season a little less cooked and a lot more honest.
Want to do this in your real life (not just in your head)?
Join the Messy Middle Reset on Friday, January 30 (10a–12p CST) — a 90–120 minute live Zoom workshop (replay included) to stop performing “I’m fine,” use your Human Design environment + your actual home/work space to create a nervous system sanctuary, and make tiny shifts your body can actually handle.
🎧 Workshop details: https://shawnalovinlpcs.com/messymiddlereset
Over it but not done? Join The Messy Middle Reset on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 10a-12p CST, my live nervous system sanctuary workshop for helpers. Get the details at https://shawnalovinlpcs.com/services.
Got a Question? SUBMIT IT HERE
This podcast was brought to you by Healing Roots Wellness & Botanicals. For more information, please visit www.ShawnaLovinLPCS.com. Although Shawna is a licensed counselor in the State of Texas, this podcast is not therapy and should not be used as a therapeutic intervention. Many of the practices and products mentioned are for educational and informational purposes only. Should you need support, please seek appropriate, qualified, and licensed professionals.