New Year's Resolutions Are Doomed. Here's What Actually Works

New Year's Resolutions Are Doomed. Here's What Actually Works

In this episode we're talking about the reasons New Year’s resolutions fail (it's not your fault!)—and what actually works instead. We explore: * the brain science behind habit change, * the myth of motivation, * why willpower isn’t enough. Drawing from neuroscience, the book Atomic Habits by James Clear and the deeper timing of 2025 as a year of completion, we reframe resistance and low motivation as signs of integration—not failure. If you’re feeling stuck or “in between,” this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a more supportive way forward in 2026. Check out James Clear on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jamesclear [https://www.instagram.com/jamesclear/?hl=en] I'd love to hear what small step you'll take as well as any ahas you had while listening to this episode so feel free to DM me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/vibhaarora_/] or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/iparentplus] Or email me at kaleidoscopetwistpodcast@gmail.com Here we come Year of the Fire Horse! Let's Grow!

What Are Boundaries and What They Aren't

In this episode, we're digging into boundaries in a way that's both practical and insightful. Get ready to learn: - What boundaries are and aren't - What pushback on your boundaries is really about - Cultural considerations - Affirmations to help rewire your patterns so you can be a confident boundary pro -Wisdom from experts like Terri Cole & Nedra Glover Tawwab Find Terri on IG @ https://www.instagram.com/terricole [https://www.instagram.com/terricole] and Nedra on IG @ https://instagram.com/nedratawwab [https://instagram.com/nedratawwab] Here's where you can go back to listen to episode 1 and learn more about the Circle of Control https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QllAN3ECoxRm8gj2VIod5?si=9424abb6e8d04d08 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QllAN3ECoxRm8gj2VIod5?si=9424abb6e8d04d08] Join us in the Book Rapport on Facebook! Just follow this link, answer the Q's and get ready to read with us! https://bit.ly/theBookRapport [https://bit.ly/theBookRapport] ⁠⁠ [https://bit.ly/theBookRapport] Annnnnd here's a pdf for you to keep those magical affirmations to help with your boundaries journey close at hand. https://bit.ly/boundaryaffirmationsep8 [https://bit.ly/boundaryaffirmationsep8] I'd love to hear your ahas and thoughts about this episode so feel free to DM me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/vibhaarora_/] or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/iparentplus] Or email me at kaleidoscopetwistpodcast@gmail.com Remember to like and follow and tell your friends, family, co-workers and clients about this new podcast called Kaleidoscope- Shifting Perspectives With a Twist. Thanks for listening!

Magic of Meditation Invitation: Your Presence is Requested

In this episode we explore the super power life tool of meditation. What it is and isn't, the benefits of a meditation practice, and a bonus short guided relaxation and grounding meditation is waiting for you at the end of the episode. Here's a beautiful loving, kindness meditation led by Sharon Salzberg (I mistakenly called her Susan in the episode. Ooops! ) Let yourself have 10 minutes to sink into this powerful metta meditation. https://insighttimer.com/sharonsalzberg/guided-meditations/lovingkindness-meditation-10-minute-daily-insight-practice [https://insighttimer.com/sharonsalzberg/guided-meditations/lovingkindness-meditation-10-minute-daily-insight-practice] And you're invited to join the Book Rapport on Facebook! Just follow this link, answer the Q's and get ready to read with us! ⁠https://bit.ly/kaleidoscopeep6⁠ [https://bit.ly/kaleidoscopeep6] I'd love to hear your ahas and thoughts about this episode on rest so stay connected with me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/vibhaarora_/] or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/iparentplus] Or email me at kaleidoscopetwistpodcast@gmail.com Remember to like and follow and tell your friends, family, co-workers and clients about this new podcast called Kaleidoscope- Shifting Perspectives With a Twist. Thanks for listening!

Rest Isn't Lazy, It's Required

In this episode we explore the 7 types of rest framework by Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith. I'll share the signs that point towards which types you're depleted in and a few suggestions on how to give yourself the particular rest that you are needing. After listening, pop back over here to assess yourself with Dr. Saundra's Rest Quiz: https://www.restquiz.com/quiz/rest-quiz-test/ [https://www.restquiz.com/quiz/rest-quiz-test/] And you're invited to join the Book Rapport on Facebook! Just follow this link, answer the Q's and get ready to read with us! https://bit.ly/kaleidoscopeep6 [https://bit.ly/kaleidoscopeep6] I'd love to hear your ahas and thoughts about this episode on rest so stay connected with me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/vibhaarora_/] or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/iparentplus] Or email me at kaleidoscopetwistpodcast@gmail.com Remember to like and follow and tell your friends, family, co-workers and clients about this new podcast called Kaleidoscope- Shifting Perspectives With a Twist. Thanks for listening!

Feelings Are Like Pesky Preschoolers- How to Manage Them

In this episode I share a tool to help you manage your feelings rather than wish them away. There are no "good" or "bad" feelings. All feelings are just messengers and they're on our team. Our feelings are actually something we have control over! (return to Episode #1 to refresh your memory on your Circle of Control). Give this tool for emotion management a try and reach out to let me know your ahas and takeaways. Stay connected with me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/vibhaarora_/] or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/iparentplus] Or email me at kaleidoscopetwistpodcast@gmail.com Remember to like and follow and tell your friends, family, co-workers and clients about this new podcast called Kaleidoscope- Shifting Perspectives With a Twist. Thanks for listening!