In this episode, I’m reflecting on 200 episodes of Plan Goal Plan and sharing the biggest lessons I’ve learned about building a year that balances work, family, and personal growth.

We’ll explore why failure is inevitable (and why that’s a good thing), the importance of tailoring your planning and goal-setting to your unique life, and how planning shapes not just your schedule but your identity. Plus, I’m sharing the powerful practice of expanding your time horizon when thinking about balance—and why it’s okay to embrace strategic imbalance in different seasons.

This episode isn’t just about tips for managing time; it’s about designing a year that feels authentic, aligned, and purpose-driven. Let’s step into 2025 with clarity and intention!

Be bold, be balanced, and most of all, be well. Here’s to the next 200 episodes! 💜

In this episode, I’m diving into the vibrant world of digital organization and how it can transform your relationship with your online spaces. I’m joined by Jezebel DC, a digital organization expert and founder of The Lifestyle Lab. Jezebel specializes in helping neurodivergent individuals and creative minds turn their chaotic digital spaces into simple, beautifully designed environments that are as functional as they are fun.

We’ll explore how Jezebel’s psychology background shapes her unique approach to digital decluttering, from her innovative concept of "digital nesting" to her nostalgic early-2000s aesthetic that makes managing your inbox, calendar, and files feel like an enjoyable ritual. We’ll also discuss how visual cues, like emojis, and playful gamification can help neurodivergent individuals create systems that are sustainable and stress-reducing.

This episode isn’t just about getting organized—it’s about creating digital spaces that reflect your identity and empower your creativity. Whether you’re dealing with inbox anxiety, calendar chaos, or file frenzy, Jezebel’s actionable tips will help you simplify, streamline, and reclaim your digital life.

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In this episode, we’re diving into the transformative power of clarity as we kick off 2025. Clarity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the foundation for aligning your goals, ambitions, and daily life with purpose. I’m breaking down three science-backed reasons clarity is essential for growth and sharing simple yet impactful activities to help you cultivate it.

We’ll explore how clarity reduces cognitive load, boosts motivation through goal-setting, and empowers identity shifts that align with your personal and professional aspirations. Whether you're crafting a five-year plan or focusing on the next right step, clarity will help you move forward with intention and ease.

This episode is about embracing clarity as a practice—not a one-time solution—and creating a roadmap for your year that leaves space for growth and discovery. Let’s step into this year with focus and purpose!

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In this episode, I’m diving into the powerful connection between planning, goal-setting, and personal development. As we step into a fresh year, I’m embracing the “fresh start effect” and sharing why it’s okay to set your goals on your timeline—not just in January. Clarity comes through action, and mindful planning is the key to aligning your time with who you truly want to become.

I’ll also let you in on some exciting changes coming to Plan Goal Plan in 2025! From a refreshed cover design to weaving more of my academic research into episodes, I’m refining this space to bring you insights that blend storytelling, transformation, and identity.

This episode is about more than time management—it’s about crafting a life that feels connected and intentional. Let’s step into this new year together with curiosity, action, and joy. I can’t wait for what’s ahead!

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In this episode, I close out the year with my heartfelt wishes for you and your journey into 2025. I reflect on the courage it takes to slow down, embrace balance, and honor the messy, beautiful moments that make life truly yours. As a podcast host and teacher, I share what I tell my students: podcasting—and life—is about listening, connecting, and showing up for what matters most.

I invite you to pause and celebrate how far you've come—every small win, every moment you chose rest, connection, or alignment over perfection. I offer three simple yet powerful tools to guide you into the new year: a mantra for balance, one small action step, and time to dream big about what you want.

This episode is for anyone ready to lead with love, pursue joy without guilt, and create a life that reflects their values. Let’s step into 2025—balanced, bold, and fully present.

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What went well in 2024, What Didn't, and Sneaky Plans for 2025

What worked in 2024? What didn’t? And what juicy goals am I setting for 2025? Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I’m walking you through my yearly review—what reflection revealed about my year and how it’s shaped my intentions for the next. From health wins like finally getting good sleep (thank you, magnesium and vitamin D!) to fitness growth and family mini-adventures, 2024 has been a year of progress and learning. But it hasn’t been without its challenges, like adjusting to a healthier body and refining financial habits.

As I look ahead to 2025, my theme is refinement. I’m taking the systems and habits I’ve built and fine-tuning them. From prioritizing one-on-one adventures with my kids to focusing on financial goals that pave the way for an exciting travel future, I’m ready to embrace the challenge.

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Embrace the Power of Reflection

The end of the year is a perfect time to pause, reflect, and honor the journey you’ve been on. In this episode, I guide you through my personal year-end reflection process and share how intentional planning can set the stage for a year full of possibilities.

I introduce my RISE Ritual Method, a simple framework to help you build daily habits that align your goals with your values and vision. We’ll explore how reflection can be both cozy and clarifying, and I’ll offer practical tips for creating a container of support for your goals.

If you’ve ever struggled with goal setting, time management, or finding clarity amidst life’s chaos, this episode is here to help you slow down, reconnect, and move forward with purpose. Let’s dream, plan, and grow together!

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Life often gives us turning points—some come as incredible opportunities, others arrive as explosions of grief or loss that shift everything we know. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Curtis to explore how a literal explosion became a catalyst for his growth and how whitewater rafting taught him the power of trusting the flow.

Brian shares how internal conflicts and disconnection from ourselves can create breakdowns in our lives and how reconnecting to our “heart space” is the key to finding peace, purpose, and direction. We also dive into the importance of creative expression, meditation, and the hard lesson of learning when to let go and when to hold on.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s currents, stuck in your goals, or like you’re fighting against the flow—this conversation will inspire you to pause, trust, and realign. Let’s do this!

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Do you ever feel like your love of learning turns into procrastination? I get it—I'm a professor, a teacher, and growth-minded to my core. But sometimes, all that learning keeps me from taking action or making decisions. I’ve realized that decision fatigue—that overwhelming mental drain from too many choices—can leave us stuck, impulsive, or scattered.

In this episode, I share how goal setting has been a game-changer for reducing decision fatigue in my life. When we set clear, intentional goals that align with our values, we eliminate the guesswork, prioritize what truly matters, and save energy for the things that deserve it. Clarity creates focus. Priorities simplify choices. And frameworks, like my “word of the year,” make decision-making faster and easier.

If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by decisions, this episode is for you. Let’s simplify, get clear, and take action. You’re going to love this!

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This week, I’m diving into something unexpected: chaos. That’s right—chaos isn’t just something to avoid; it’s a powerful tool for growth and goal setting. Inspired by a brilliant article from Amy Kilgard at San Francisco State University and my own wild classroom experiences, I’m exploring how embracing chaos can transform how we plan, learn, and achieve. Whether it’s students role-playing family dinners in a “loud and boisterous” classroom or life throwing curveballs, chaos can spark adaptability, creativity, and resilience.

In this episode, I’ll share how chaos isn’t true randomness but “orderly disorder”—a bumpy unpaved road leading to unexpected insights. I’ll also discuss how to use chaos to rethink rigid planning, embrace unpredictability, and build flexibility into your 2024 goals. If you’re ready to shake up your planning process and make it more adventurous, this episode is for you. Let’s make chaos your co-pilot!

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