A Late New Year’s Reset: What I’m Leaving in 2025 & Bringing Into 2026
A Late New Year’s Reset: What I’m Leaving in 2025 & Bringing Into 2026 I used to think that if you didn’t have your life reset by January 1st at 12:01 a.m., you somehow missed the window. But I’m learning that growth doesn’t follow a calendar, and clarity doesn’t arrive on demand. So this is my late New Year’s post, written on January 5th, with intention instead of pressure. 2025 changed me in ways I didn’t expect. I moved states, left people behind, learned hard lessons, and spent a lot of time just trying to survive. As I step into 2026 (and turn 20 this year), I’m choosing to be honest about what I’m done carrying, and what I’m finally ready to welcome. What I’m Leaving in 2025 1. Toxic people In September, I moved to Indiana and left a lot of people back in Kansas. Some of those connections were comfortable, but not healthy. As I enter my twenties, I’m realizing that the people around me should feel safe, comforting, and kind. I’m done shrinking myself to maintain relation...
