January doesn’t have to shout to matter. We’re kicking off 2026 by pressing pause on the pressure and choosing intention, reflection, and small, steady steps that actually fit a real life. Katie looks back on the quiet wins of 2025—starting the show without perfect timing, publishing through self-doubt, and caring for a sick spouse while keeping the mic warm—and shares how those moments reshaped what progress looks like in midlife.
From there, we set a humane vision for the year ahead. Think depth over hype, alignment over aesthetics, and community over vanity metrics. You’ll hear our plans to grow the podcast thoughtfully, highlight women navigating midlife with honesty, and expand our lens from “figuring it out” to building, reclaiming, and becoming. We talk tiny, doable health shifts (hello, dance fitness and one-more-glass-of-water), a book-in-progress that I've had my mind on doing for a while, and a refreshed approach to money inspired by an upcoming financial wellness conversation.
We’re also bringing connection into the room—literally. Expect local gatherings in Salt Lake City: low-key ladies’ nights, craft meetups, vision-board sessions, and an embroidery night for beginners and curious hands. If you love podcast swaps, have a guest idea, or know a talented video editor for a “Figuring It Out” series, this is your nudge to reach out. The goal is simple: spaces where women feel seen, can exhale, and can build together without rushing toward reinvention.
If this resonates, follow along, share with a friend who needs a softer start to the year, and leave a review to help more midlife women find this space. Your voice shapes where we go next—what gathering would you show up for first?
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