The end of the year can feel like one big whirlwind… extra food, extra events, extra pressure and not a lot of structure. I know how easy it is to come out the other side feeling tired, off-track, or like your healthy habits disappeared somewhere between the trifle and the pavlova. So I thought I’d share a few simple tips that really help me stay steady through the silly season - nothing extreme, nothing perfect, just realistic things that keep you feeling good in your body and calm in your mind. 1. Move a little every day (even if it’s not a ‘workout’).Think walking the dog, stretching while you watch TV, dancing in the kitchen… anything counts. Movement helps your mood, digestion and energy levels, especially when routines go out the window. 2. Eat mindfully - not restrictively.Enjoy the festive food, but slow down, taste it properly and tune into how your body feels. It’s amazing how much better we feel when we’re not eating on autopilot. 3. Hydrate more than you think.The heat (for Aussies), the social events, the food… it all adds up. Keep water nearby and sip throughout the day. Add lemon, berries or mint if plain water bores you. 4. Keep one small non-negotiable for yourself. It might be a morning walk, five deep breaths before bed, 10 minutes of quiet… anything that helps you reset. That little anchor makes a big difference when life gets chaotic. 5. Give yourself permission to rest.This is a big one. The end of the year is exhausting for a lot of us. Rest is not lazy - it’s essential for resilience. If your body is saying ‘slow down’, listen. None of this is about perfection. It’s simply about looking after yourself so you can actually enjoy the season instead of crawling into January feeling wiped out. Tell me, what’s one thing you’re doing to stay balanced this festive season?

As Christmas 🤶 is upon us I wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas and best wishes to you all. I hope it is relaxing and enjoyable no matter where you are in the world. I want to congratulate you for being here in this community to continue being more Resilient and healthy every single day. To everyone who has contributed comments and posts here I thank you so much. Enjoy !

As we start looking toward a brand new year, I’ve been thinking about how powerful it can be to choose one word to guide us. Not a long list of resolutions. Not a complicated plan. Just one simple word that sets the tone for how you want to show up in 2026. Choosing a word for the year is like giving yourself a little anchor to come back to when life gets busy or messy. Instead of trying to juggle a whole list of goals, one word helps you stay focused on what really matters and the kind of person you want to be. It keeps you grounded, reminds you of your values and gives you a bit of direction when you start to drift off track. It’s simple, low pressure, and a lovely way to build resilience and intention throughout the year. My word for 2026 is Persistence. Who else has a word for the coming year? And if you’ve never chosen one before, is this something you’d like to try?

We Welcome new members @Kim Scanlon @Julie Thompson and @Jenny Spencer to the Resilience Academy. Take time to explore the posts in the community chat.Also under the Classroom tab start your resilience journey in the road map and check out the 7 day Resilience Reboot. Taking even small steps will make a difference to your life. Please leave your comments below how you found it.