About this episode
If you’re starting the new year feeling emotionally scrambled, stretched thin, or just... not ready to jump into goals and plans then this episode is for you.January asks so much of us. But what if you didn’t need to fix, improve, or push? What if you just needed a way to come back to yourself, gently, honestly, and on your own time?In today’s episode, Heather Hester shares why this post-holiday “offness” is completely normal for LGBTQ+ parents and allies, especially those who’ve been holding emotional labor, navigating family dynamics, and trying to protect what matters most.You’ll learn:What reentry really is and why it’s not a failure but a natural processThe nervous system science behind your post-holiday disorientationA 5-step gentle reentry practice to return to your truth without pressureSomatic tools to ground you when you feel emotionally scatteredHow reentry mirrors the LGBTQ+ journey toward self-affirmationAnd in today’s “unlearn,” Heather challenges the myth that January must be bold, productive, or full of reinvention.Your Reentry Practice Includes:Name what pulled you awayIdentify your anchorGive your body a transition cueSet one boundaryGive yourself 7–14 days of graceJournal prompt:What part of myself am I ready to return to?Share this episode with someone who’s quietly struggling through their own January.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
