In this episode of the Lead Today Show, Kalyna invites listeners into a gentler, more realistic way of approaching New Year’s resolutions—one built on small rituals, easy wins, and honoring the natural seasons of life instead of forcing constant transformation. Instead of charging into January with an all‑or‑nothing list, Kalyna talks about focusing on the 20% of easy wins: small, doable shifts that create immediate momentum, confidence, and emotional relief. She explores how, when you start with what feels light and accessible—like a 5‑minute morning check‑in, one glass of water before coffee, or a weekly “reset ritual”—you build trust with yourself and are far more likely to sustain change over time. Only after those easy wins are rooted does she suggest gently approaching the hardest 10%: big patterns, deep habits, and scary conversations that require more capacity. Kalyna shares how new rituals do not need to be dramatic or confined to January 1st; they can begin on a random Tuesday in March, in the middle of a messy week, or at the start of a new season. She describes rituals as “anchors” throughout the year—moments that help you let go, recalibrate, or recommit without waiting for a specific date. That might look like a monthly “let‑it‑go” journaling session, a seasonal closet clear‑out, or a quiet evening ritual to close out each week. The episode also honors the importance of hibernation and seasonality. Kalyna talks about how winter, and other “inner winters” in life (postpartum, grief, burnout, big transitions), are not failures but invitations to rest, retreat, and restore. Instead of pushing yourself to launch every big goal in the darkest, coldest part of the year, she encourages listeners to see winter as a time for reflection, gentle planning, and planting seeds—trusting that action can ramp up when the internal and external seasons are more supportive. Kalyna offers practical ideas for weaving ritual into everyday life: a daily transition ritual between work and home, a monthly self‑check to ask “What’s working? What’s not?”, and a quarterly “mini New Year” to reset intentions without pressure. She returns to the belief that your own brand of ritual and progress matters more than any trend or template; what counts is that it feels honest, supportive, and sustainable for you. Listeners walk away with permission to do the new year differently—to start small, celebrate easy wins, save the hardest 10% for when they feel resourced, and create rituals to meet you in every season. --- // LINKS // 1:1 Coaching With Kalyna Merch - Lead. Apparel Inner Circle: Get behind the scenes access Take the Free Enneagram Quiz Here // BOOKS // Read Memorable Order Memorable on Amazon Buy Memorable from Barnes and Noble Get Memorable from Indigo Memorable Book Tour with Kalyna // COURSES // Enrol in Predictable Profit™ - Build a business that generates consistent income Free Build a Business 101 Training // SOCIAL // Instagram Facebook LinkedIn YouTube
