Day 94 of 100 Days of Hope
How to Reset After the Holidays: What to Let Go Of and What to Lean Into for a Meaningful New Year
There’s something unique about the days right after Christmas. The pace slows, the noise calms down, and suddenly there’s more space—physically, mentally, emotionally. In that space, clarity has room to rise.
This year, I used that extra breathing room to reflect on what I want to keep carrying forward—and what needs to be released. Instead of setting resolutions that disappear by February, I chose a framework that feels more sustainable and more life-giving: Stop doing • Do less of • Keep doing • Do more of.
It’s a simple structure, yet incredibly powerful. Here’s what surfaced for me:
Stop Doing
These habits take energy without giving much back.
Worrying about the results
Hiding
Comparing my journey to others
Making excuses
Blaming myself for past outcomes
Stopping isn’t about judgment—it’s about noticing what no longer serves the person you’re becoming.
Do Less Of
Small adjustments here create big emotional relief.
Distractions
Overspending
Resistance
Reliance on others for direction or validation
Disorganization
Doing less doesn’t mean perfection—it means mindful reduction.
Keep Doing
These are the practices that keep me grounded and aligned.
Giving myself breaks
Allowing myself grace
Following promptings
Connecting to my heart
These behaviors are worth protecting, even when life gets full again.
Do More Of
These habits light the way forward.
Make it fun
Find joy in the journey
Rely on spiritual guidance
Focus on the Savior and rely on Him
Trust in the process
Doing more is about intentional growth—not pressure.
The Three Principles Guiding My New Year
Even though the list seems long, it all comes down to three core practices I’m choosing to focus on again and again:
Stop procrastinating and putting things off — momentum begins with small consistent action
Follow pings and promptings—and take action on that guidance — clarity grows through movement
Make it fun — joy is fuel, not a reward
These three simple shifts help me redirect my energy toward what creates meaning, purpose, and momentum in my life.
Your Turn
If you’re feeling ready for a fresh start, try this reflection yourself:
Stop doing:
Do less of:
Keep doing:
Do more of:
You might be surprised by what shows up—and by how much lighter you feel when you give yourself permission to change.
Here’s to moving forward with intention, hope, and joy.
Many blessings to you as the new year unfolds.