Fresh starts feel exciting until fear walks in wearing a name tag that reads “unfinished.” We open the year by choosing evolution over resolutions and laying out a simple system for starting anything new without drowning in anxiety or perfectionism. If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to launch a project, learn a skill, or take better care of your body, this conversation gives you the structure, and the nudge, to move. We break the journey into four clear moves: define the goal, define the why, plan just enough to start, and execute quickly in small steps. You’ll hear how a first snowboard lesson became a blueprint for tackling big changes, why testing before investing saves money and motivation, and how to avoid the planning spiral that masquerades as progress. We also share practical podcast tips you can use today, from recording with what you already have to choosing a quiet space and publishing without overcomplicating your tech stack. The heart of the episode is mindset. The real Goliath isn’t failure; it’s the fear of being seen in the messy middle. We talk through how to reframe visibility as fuel, lean on your existing strengths to get early wins, and use micro-milestones to build momentum that lasts. Whether your target is a new creative habit, a summer-ready core, or a professional pivot, you’ll leave with concrete steps you can take in the next 24 hours and a way to measure progress you can actually feel. If this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who needs a push, and leave a quick review. Then tell us: what’s your why for 2026... and what’s the first step you’ll take today?

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