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Meg Zuehl's avatar

Kate, you are so good at helping. This advice is clear and inspiring. Thank you for taking the time to share such quality advice. This was a wonderful way to start my day.

Kate Strickler's avatar

Thank you so much, Meg!! That is so kind. Thank you for reading!

Emma's avatar

I absolutely love this way of thinking through resolutions! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. I feel empowered now at the thought of creating some that fit my season instead of overwhelmed or like I’m doomed to fail.

Michelle Galloway's avatar

So thankful for your Substack writing! Also, the battery charger gift was the hit gift I gave to my brother in law this year. Thank you for everything you share and happy New Year to the Stricklers!

Meghan Foster's avatar

I love this way of looking at resolutions- your advice is so thoughtful and truly inspiring. I don’t think I’ve ever thought about resolutions in this way and I’m excited to use your wisdom to make some awesome 2026 resolutions!!

Denise C's avatar

Would love some guidance on a new goal (not resolution) to learn how to cook more for my family! I can follow a recipe pretty well, but the mental planning it takes for me to figure out how to use the same ingredients for multiple dinners a week while keeping variety (my fam needs variety!) and also reduce food waste is just so hard for me! Any recommendations on how to get started!?

JustSGL's avatar

Loved your book and your Substack articles! In fact, I gifted your book to a few dear friends as Christmas gifts. Do you plan to do any specials for the whole home reset course for the New Year? 🤞

Ashley's avatar

I love this approach to resolutions. I've learned many of these things over the years, but you have articulated them so beautifully. I will be coming back to this in the next few days as I think over goals for myself for the new year. It is so freeing to focus on what will work best for you in your current season, not everyone else. Thanks, Kate!

Lisa Hardegree's avatar

Such practical advice! We just became empty nesters this fall and I'm finding myself with too much time on my hands and a lack of focus, which resulted in way too many evenings mindlessly scrolling my phone. Going to take the next few days to think intentionally on how to better spend our new found free time and setting smaller more achievable goals to build off of.

Elizabeth Sapp's avatar

So many great points! Thank you!

Carolyn's avatar

This was so helpful! Thank you for all the tips, especially about adjusting depending on the season you are in. A good reminder to be content where you are. Happy new year!

Katy K's avatar

Love all these ideas.

Chelsea Eubank's avatar

Great word, Kate! Thanks for taking the time to compile all of this.

Amy Gobeli's avatar

Kate, this is such a tangible takeaway. I hope you have a wonderful week.

Kate Strickler's avatar

Amy I am so glad it felt tangible. That was my goal. Happy New Year!! 🎆

Kayla's avatar

So good and such a helpful reminder to really reflect on what’s important to YOU!!

Kate Strickler's avatar

Yes!! I gotta remind myself often DOES THIS MATTER TO ME. Thanks for reading, Kayla!

Babs's avatar

So helpful. Thank you. Happy New Year! 🎊

Kate Strickler's avatar

Thank you Babs!! Happy New Year! 🎊