3 Hard Truths About the New Year
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As we wrap up 2023 on this bonus episode, I want to chat about entering the new year with the right mindset, expectations, and perspective. Join me on this episode of the “Embrace Your Real” podcast as I share three hard truths that will empower you to step into 2024 ready to make it your year.
In this episode, I'm laying out some truths that might just be the game-changer you need for 2024. We'll explore how the new year's potential depends on what you bring to it, how you can become the author of your own story, and why consistent action is the key to real change. Let's get real about what it takes to truly transform and make the new year a platform for your personal evolution.
By the end of this episode, you'll not only have a fresh perspective on the new year but also practical insights and motivation to kickstart 2024. These truths aren't just words; they're a blueprint for your success in the coming year. Tune in to be equipped to take meaningful action, make changes that last, and embrace the power you have to shape your own narrative.
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Episode 299: How to Start the New Year Fresh
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[00:00:00] Hey. Hey, beautiful human. Can I steal 5 minutes of your time? [00:00:03][3.1]
[00:00:03] I have something super important to share with you, but I promise I'll be really quick. [00:00:07][3.6]
[00:00:07] You're listening to my weekly bonus episode of Embrace Your Real. [00:00:10][2.8]
[00:00:10] With Me, Julie Ledbetter. I'm about to give. [00:00:13][2.2]
[00:00:13] You a quick tip for building your confidence, honoring your body, and unconditionally loving your authentic self. Stay tuned. If you're ready to embrace your real. Let's get it. Let's go. [00:00:22][9.5]
[00:00:29] Hello and welcome back to the last bonus episode of 2023. Can you believe it? I can't even believe it. It is so crazy. Also, what's even more crazy is that my podcast editor let me know that today's episode is the 104th episode of the year. So we have recorded 104 episodes for you in the year 2023, which is absolutely crazy. We just tipped over the 400th episode, which is so even more crazy. It is just wild and I could not be more grateful for another year of embarking on this podcast right alongside of you guys. And so since today is the last episode of 2023, I wanted to chat with you on how we can enter in the New Year with the right mindset, the right expectations, the right perspective, because while nothing changes, you know, actually when the clock hits midnight on January 1st, we can look at the new year as a fresh start. But with that comes some homework on our end, because a new year doesn't automatically equal a new you. And so in today's bonus episode, I want to share some hard truths with you that will help you enter 2024, ready to get after it. But before we dive in, I want to share this reveal comes from TheoneandonlyKat. She gave a five star review and said: "Inspiration. Thank you for keeping it real and keeping it positive. I'm so glad you have a podcast. I look forward to listening to them all. Honor your body with movement", with the flexing emoji. Love that so, so much. That is. Those are all my terms, baby. I love that. On your body with movement. Nourish your body with what it needs. If you been tuning in for any length of time, I'm sure you probably have those on replay because I talk about them all the time. So thank you so much, Kat, for leaving this review and taking time out of your day. It genuinely means the world to us as we get gained. So much insight from you guys from these reviews. You know how the podcast is helping you if it's a specific episode or just the podcast in general. So thank you so much for doing that. You can switch over to Apple Podcasts and leave a rating review. It does really mean the world to us. It helps us reach more women, which is ultimately the goal of this podcast. So let's dive in to today's bonus episode, the last bonus episode of 2023. Number one: what the New Year brings to you depends 100% on what you bring to the New Year. So like I said, a new year doesn't automatically equal. I know you like nothing magical happens when the clock strikes midnight. If you change in, you know, the new year, it's because you did something to change in the New Year. It is your responsibility and your responsibility only to ignite that change. Setting a goal isn't enough. Action is key, right? Without action, and might I add, consistent, imperfect, perfect action, nothing will change. So what you bring in terms of hard work, consistency, commitment and perseverance, that's what's going to determine the progress that you make. So if you want to see change happen in 2024, then you're going to need to show up and take action consistently in order to ignite that change. It's up to you, really. If a new year really equals a new year. Number two, the New Year can be a new chapter, but only if you decide to write it differently. Remember that you are the author of your own story and it's ultimately up to you as to how your story unfolds. If you don't like the way that your story's unfolding, start writing it differently. Have the story make a drastic twist. You're writing the story, so take control. Don't let the story write itself. So the question that so many people always ask when something like this comes up is how do you rewrite the story? Well, the first thing that you have to do is start showing up as the person that you want to become. What is that person? Do whatever it is, start doing that you are in control of your own actions. So start taking control. Make the decisions that lead to you becoming who you want to be. Write the story the way that you want it to unfold. Right? If you want to be a person who is fit, who feels great in their body, who nourishes their body, who works out consistently, then start taking action that leads you to feeling great, to taking that action day in and day out with someone who probably feels great in their body, you know, skip a workout just because they aren't feeling it and do that 2 to 3 times every single week. Probably not. So how are you going to show up differently in 2024 to ensure that you reach your goals? And lastly, number three, don't expect to see change if you don't make change and stick to it consistently. I know so, so, so, so many women who complain about their body, they complain about their jobs. They complain about their relationships, their house, whatever it may be. All they're doing is complaining and all they're doing is just complaining. They're not changing. It's easy to want to sit and wait for change to happen, but that's unrealistic. That's an unrealistic expectation that you're holding, because just because you want it to change doesn't mean that you can expect it to change and then complain about nothing changing. I wish that were the way that life worked. It's just not right. So what have you complained most about in 2023? I want you to take an honest look at your life. Maybe if you've journaled, you can look back at your journals. Or. I know some people, they use their note section on their phone for just, like, jotting down thoughts. Think about it. What have you complained about most in 2023? And how can you make a change in 2024? What action steps can you take? How can you write your story differently? These are all things that kind of work together and it's going to take you taking some time to slow down and take an honest look at your life. So let me recap the three hard truths about the New Year. Number one, what the New Year brings to you depends 100% on what you bring to the New Year. You need to take action. It's really up to you if a new year really equals a new you. Number two, the New Year can be a new chapter, but only if you decide to write it differently. Who do you want to be in 2024 and how do you want your life to be in 2024? Make sure that your actions align with whatever that is. And lastly, number three, don't expect to see change if you don't make a change and stick to it consistently. Stop whining and complaining and start doing and achieving. If you love this episode, I know you'll also love episode 299 How to Start the New Year Fresh. I will be sure to link that in the show notes so that you can easily go tune in to that. But I hope that this brought you some clarity. It brought you some maybe some real talk that you needed, like that nudge of like, Hey, sister, you've got this. You really do. And the beautiful thing about it is you're not too late. You can start literally starting this moment, moving forward. You can start to make the changes to make 2020 for all that it is that you hope and pray for. I am believing for a big year for you. I am rooting for you. I'm on your team. I love you so much. Thank you for being with us in 2023. And I will see you in the New year. All right, sister. That's all I. [00:07:37][427.4]
[00:07:37] Got for you today. But I have two things. [00:07:39][2.7]
[00:07:40] That I need you to do. [00:07:40][0.7]
[00:07:41] First thing, if you are not already following me on the gram. [00:07:44][2.4]
[00:07:44] Be sure to do so. Julie. A lot better. [00:07:46][2.0]
[00:07:46] Yes, It's with an in the middle for that daily post workout. Real talk, healthy tips and tricks and honest accountability to keep your mind and heart in check. The second thing, be sure to subscribe to Apple Podcasts to never miss an episode. Thank you so much for joining me. It means the absolute world. And I'm going. [00:08:05][19.1]
[00:08:06] To leave you with one last thought. The most beautiful women that I have. [00:08:09][3.6]
[00:08:09] Met in my life are the ones who are completely confident and secure in being authentically themselves. Remember that beauty goes so much deeper than the surface. So go out there and embrace the real because you're worth it. [00:08:09][0.0]