As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead.In this episode, we share honest reflections on the year that was, personally and professionally. Including the lessons we’re leaving behind, the habits that helped us most, and what we’re intentionally carrying into 2026.

We also unpack a huge year for O-Studio: new studios, new communities, major milestones, and the continued mission to make recovery and wellbeing as accepted, understood, and practised as physical fitness.If you’re looking for a moment to reflect, reset, and head into the new year with clarity, this one’s for you.

Listen, reflect, and take what you need into 2026.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Welcome to the O-Studio Podcast & setting the tone for the 2025 wrap

01:10 – “What are we running?” Energy check & breaking the fourth wall02:20 – Why we’re reflecting on 2025 (and inviting listeners to do the same)

03:00 – What we’re leaving behind in 2025 (perfectionism, pressure, pace)05:10 – Aging, perspective & gratitude for getting older

07:20 – Creating space, intentional living & “being where your feet are”10:05 – Small habits and rituals that made a difference this year

13:30 – Connection before productivity: how people make everything better16:45 – Podcast reflections & why these conversations matter

18:50 – 2025 at O-Studio: new studios, communities & growth

22:40 – Innovation, studio learnings & owner collaboration

26:30 – Expansion, milestones & looking beyond New Zealand

30:45 – Looking ahead: personal intentions for 2026

35:10 – Family, relationships & new seasons of life

39:20 – O-Studio’s mission, brand intention & the future

44:50 – Final reflections, encouragement for listeners & sign-off