About this episode
Tired of the pressure to reinvent yourself every New Year? You’re not alone AND you’re not doing it wrong.In this final episode of 2025, Heather Hester offers a powerful shift from the tradition of resolutions to something more meaningful for LGBTQ+ parents, caregivers, and allies: repair. Rather than fix or perfect, you’re invited to reflect, release, and re-enter the next year with clarity, care, and courage.You’ll discover:Why repair matters more than resolutions for long-term emotional and relational healthA simple framework for reflecting on what the year took, gave, and taught youA grounding kindness ritual to close the year gently and truthfullyA myth-busting “unlearn” that challenges the belief that endings must be productive or performativeWhether you're exhausted, grieving, grateful or all three, this episode will give you space to exhale, return to your body, and choose softness as an act of strength.Reflection Practice:What did 2025 take from me?What did it give me?What act of self-compassion can I offer myself now?Kindness Ritual:Choose one gentle thing: light a candle, write to your future self, or speak one sentence of love to your child. Let this act be your offering to the new year.Unlearn Prompt:What if the end of the year wasn’t about doing more, but letting go?Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!Are you ready to take action? Let's connect and create a personalized plan!Stay informed - receive my newsletter 2x/monthInvite me to speak at your workshop or eventRead my book, Parenting with Pride. Share More Human. More
