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Calm, Not Chaos: The Mindset Shift I’m Taking Into 2026

What if you didn’t finish the year strong — and still felt more aligned than ever?

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Sabina - Self Defind
Nov 02, 2025
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It’s a question that’s been sitting with me lately.
Because everywhere I look, people are sprinting to the finish line.

But I’m choosing to do the opposite.

I’m choosing calm over chaos.
I’m choosing presence over pressure.
I’m choosing to close the year with clarity — not exhaustion.


Why?

Because if you didn’t hit every goal you set for 2025, you’re not a failure. You’re not behind. But there is likely a reason, a deeper reason.
A pattern. A habit. A belief that’s been quietly running the show.

So instead of cramming in more pressure, what if you closed the year with intention?

Reflecting honestly on what’s been holding you back. The subtle limiting beliefs. The thoughts. Because that thing? It’s asking for your attention before the new year begins.


This is the mindset shift I’m making:

Instead of scrambling to do it all, I’m asking better questions.

Instead of cramming in productivity, I’m making space for reflection.

Instead of chasing goals for the sake of checking boxes, I’m asking: Is this still aligned?

And don’t get me wrong, there’s still time to move. There’s still space to move.
But there’s a completely different energy when that movement is rooted in intention — not fear or pressure.

Here are my 3 steps to align.

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