It’s a New Year and in this first episode of 2026, we reflect on highlights from 2025. From book releases and big life transitions, to moves, new jobs, and shifting rhythms. What has kept us grounded has been our approach to goals and intentions that have evolved as needed. It’s why we keep saying rituals and intentions are important, y’all! Going into this year we feel that community matters more than ever. We also feel that it’s important to build more meaningful lives and one of the ways to start doing that is by naming our longings and goals. If you want some help with that, we’re bringing back the Queerness Every Day Challenge, a simple, daily practice to help you start the year with greater intention around spirituality, queerness, and connection.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Reflecting on 2025: Personal Highlights

02:27 Navigating New Beginnings: Career Changes and Adjustments

05:30 Intentions for 2026: Setting Goals and Priorities

08:12 Rituals and Reflections: New Year Practices

10:46 Community and Connection: Building Local Relationships

13:32 Creative Pursuits: Balancing Work and Passion

16:31 The Importance of Intentionality: Aligning Goals with Values

19:18 Embracing Change: Acknowledging Longings and Desires

21:59 The Queerness Every Day Challenge: A New Year Initiative

24:56 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Community Engagement

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