In this special episode, I’m opening up about one of the most transformative questions I’ve ever been asked: "How do you want to feel?" It’s a question that shaped not only my relationship with my late mother but also how I approach life, mindset, and even the holiday season. This episode is being released on what would have been her 75th birthday, making it an incredibly meaningful and reflective moment for me to share this story with you. I’ll take you back to December 2020, a pivotal time in my life, to explore how this single question helped me move from frustration and judgment to compassion and alignment—not just for others but also for myself. And as we wrap up the year, I’m sharing my journey with rest, a concept I’ve come to embrace as both essential and radical in today’s busy world. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the holidays, struggled with strained relationships, or wondered how to make meaningful changes in your life, this episode will give you tools and inspiration to find clarity, connection, and peace. What I Share in This Episode: A personal story about my mom’s final year and how asking "How do I want to feel?" changed everything.The importance of aligning your feelings and actions with your values.My new relationship with rest—what it means and how I’m learning to incorporate it into my life.The seven types of rest: mental, emotional, social, physical, spiritual, creative, and sensory.How I plan to focus on creativity and rest as I enter 2025.What I’m Reflecting On: How do I want to feel during the holidays? My answer: rested. And yes, I know how radical that sounds in the middle of December! But I’m learning how to redefine rest and show up in a more intentional, calm, and mindful way—even with all the chaos around me.How do I want to feel going into 2025? And how can I reverse engineer my actions to make that happen?My Invitation to You: As you navigate the last few weeks of this year, I encourage you to reflect on how you want to feel—whether that’s toward a loved one, during the holidays, or as you set intentions for the new year. Once you have clarity, you can start to align your actions to move closer to that feeling. It’s a practice that’s transformed my life, and I believe it can do the same for you. Final Thoughts: Thank you for being here with me this year. I’m sending you love, peace, and rest as we close out 2024. Let’s start 2025 feeling aligned and ready to grow together. Book your laser coaching session here. Book your session now! https://calendly.com/stephanie-rousseau/single-laser-coaching-session Connect with me on Instagram @stephanie.k.rousseau Email stephanie@smallshiftsbigchange.com If you're ready (or think you might be ready) to make a pivot in your career, lifestyle, or relationships, schedule a no-strings attached call here so we can learn more about each other! Want to help support the show? 1. Subscribe and leave an HONEST review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. 2. Share the episode on Instagram and tag me @stephanie.k.rousseau 3. Send the episode to a friend who you think could use it.
