Planning a new year doesn’t have to mean starting over from scratch. In this episode of Handmade Happiness, Thomas and Jessica Clark from The Lark Life share a gentler, more sustainable approach to planning a year of intentional living, by choosing guiding themes and rhythms instead of rigid resolutions.
This conversation is about honoring the life you’re already living, including the messy parts, and building forward with clarity and care rather than pressure and perfection.
✨ In this episode, we talk about:
Why traditional New Year’s resolutions often lead to burnout
What it means to choose a theme instead of a goal
How themes guide daily rhythms, decisions, and priorities
Letting go of the pressure to “start over” every January
Building on what worked in previous years, even imperfectly
Planning a year that fits your real life, season, and capacity
If you’re craving a more peaceful, intentional way to approach the new year, one rooted in continuity, grace, and realistic rhythms, this episode is for you. You don’t need a fresh start. You need a clear direction and permission to move forward gently.
🌿 Perfect for listeners interested in:
intentional living, slow living, simple family rhythms, end-of-year planning, essentialism, homesteading life, and building a meaningful life over time.
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