Bury the New Year's Resolutions with the 80's Spiral Perm. Plant the Real You in January.

Let’s be real: January is usually a dumpster fire of "all-or-nothing" energy. We’re told to overhaul our diets, become marathon runners, and suddenly love mornings and hour long meditations.

As a seasoned LCSW turned coach, I’m here to tell you: That isn’t being a badass. That’s just a recipe for burnout.

Being a self-defined badass means building a life that actually fits you, not one that performs for a calendar. This year, we’re ditching the frantic resolutions and choosing Sustainable Power. Here is how to launch your year with balance and authority:

1. Consistency Over Intensity

Forget the three-hour gym sessions. The top trend for 2026 is sustainable wellness. Real growth happens in the small, realistic goals—like a 10-minute power walk or a 5-minute mindset reset—that you actually show up for every single day. Micro goals equal consistency, and that is the ultimate flex.

2. Boundaries are Your Secret Weapon

You cannot launch your badass self if you’re carrying everyone else’s emotional baggage. Women are often expected to take on the emotional labor at home and work. January is a great time to start saying "no" to the things that drain your battery so you have the energy to say "yes" to your own evolution.

3. Shift from "Stuck" to "Launch"

If you’ve spent years "working on yourself," it’s time to start deploying yourself. Stop waiting for the perfect moment of readiness. The self-defined mindset mastery you need comes from listening to yourself and taking action-not just thinking about it.

4. Audit Your Career Vibe

January is the peak time for career transitions. If your current role feels like a costume that’s two sizes too small, stop trying to make it fit. Whether it’s a total pivot or just a strategic level-up, your work should support the life you actually want to lead.

The Bottom Line: You don't need a "New Year, New Me" rebrand. You need the confidence to be the person you already are when you aren't trying to please everyone else.

(P.S. Don’t forget—many employers will cover the cost of coaching through their professional development budgets. Ask your HR team if they’ll invest in your growth!) Now that's badass!