🚫 Forget Resolutions. Design Your Defaults. New Year’s resolutions? Not really our thing. But the New Year is an amazing checkpoint to pause, reflect, and get intentional about what matters most—including your health and well-being. ❌ Why Resolutions Don’t Stick Most resolutions fail because they try to force “new you” behavior into “old you” systems. Your routines, environment, and social circle are wired for your current habits. Without changing the setup, your brain will keep snapping back to what’s familiar. Instead of a long wish list for January 1st, let’s design a different container for your life: - Shift your daily defaults (sleep, food, movement, stress relief) - Tweak your environment so the healthy choice becomes the easy choice - Add people + tools that support—not sabotage—your goals 👯 No, You Don’t Have To Dump Your Friends We’re not asking you to ghost your group chat. We are asking you to be intentional about adding a few people to your circle who share your goals and speak the same “wellness language.” Think of it like this: - Keep your fun, day-ones - Build a health crew that makes it normal to talk about blood pressure, sleep, walking, food choices, stress, and long-term energy This community is one place to build that circle on purpose, not by accident. 🗓 The Last 30 Days Of This Year Instead of waiting for January, let’s use the last 30 days of this year as a planning lab for better wellness in 2026. Not a crash makeover—just clear, thoughtful design. Here’s the invitation: - Reflect: What actually worked (even a little) for your health this year? What clearly didn’t? - Decide: For 2026, what are your top 2–3 (not 20) priorities for your health and well-being? - Design: What needs to shift in your routines, environment, or circle so those priorities are realistic? 💬 Drop This In The Comments: 1. One health priority for 2026 2. One thing you know needs to change in your environment or circle to support it 👉 If you add “Help me plan this,” the community will help you turn it into a real, simple 30‑day setup for a stronger 2026. If someone asks for help, please share your ideas and what worked for you. This is you helping each other, not MyLera having all the answers (we don't).

https://youtube.com/shorts/deBnSy8d-sk?si=9hSe5bkqxBrWeVNW Feeling a little “meh” as the days get shorter? You’re not alone—seasonal dips in mood are common, and they don’t mean you’re weak. Quick lifts for the chill: - 🌞 Seek the light: open blinds, step outside, or use a light lamp. - 🏃 Move it: even a brisk walk warms body and mood. - 🥗 Fuel smart: whole foods and hydration help balance energy. - 🤝 Stay connected: call a friend, join a group, share a laugh. Myth-buster: Winter blues ≠ laziness. It’s biology, not character. Small daily actions can make a big difference. 👉 What’s your go-to mood booster when the cold sets in?

Being a caregiver isn’t just about the tasks we do—it’s about the love we share, the laughter we spark, and the moments we treasure with those who mean the most to us. This season, let’s pause to celebrate: - 🫶 The joy of caregiving—the small victories, the gentle smiles, the comfort we bring. - 💖 The joy our loved ones bring us—their stories, their resilience, their presence that lights up our days. - 🌈 The joy of togetherness—because gratitude grows when shared, and love multiplies when celebrated. Caregiving is not a burden—it’s a bond. It’s a chance to honor the people who shaped us, to walk alongside them with dignity, and to find joy in the everyday. ✨ Today, let’s be thankful for the gift of connection. Let’s celebrate the laughter around the table, the hugs that heal, and the memories we’re making together.

I recently read a story that I think is applicable to our community and wanted to share it. Rachel, a kind, organized woman who took her health seriously, followed a meticulous routine. Every morning, she lined up her capsules on the counter like clockwork: turmeric for inflammation, ginkgo for focus, omega-3s for her heart, and a multivitamin “just to be safe.” On paper, it looked perfect. But after a few months, Rachel noticed something troubling: - Her arms bruised easily - She felt light-headed when standing up - Her energy swung wildly; buzzing one day, drained the next Rachel had done everything “right.” Yet her body was overwhelmed. When her supplement stack was reviewed more closely, the overlap became clear. Turmeric, ginkgo, and fish oil all thin the blood. Her multivitamin added extra support to pathways that didn’t need it. By paring things down to a few essentials that truly matched her needs, Rachel’s body responded quickly. Within three weeks: - The bruising stopped - Her energy steadied - And she finally said, “I feel clear again.” Stories like Rachel’s aren’t rare. They remind us that wellness isn’t about piling on more—it’s about understanding what already works, and spotting when supplements might be doing the same job twice. 👉 If you’ve ever felt worse while trying to feel better, maybe it’s not you. Maybe it’s the stack. 💬 I hope this story resonates with you as much as it did with me. Are you currently taking supplements that might have overlapping actions?

🫶📅 “November’s not just for gratitude—it’s for the givers who never clock out.” This month, we’re celebrating the 53 million Americans who provide unpaid care to loved ones. These caregivers are the invisible scaffolding of our communities, often working around the clock to keep their loved ones safe, nourished, and at home. 💡 Today, we’re spotlighting a breakthrough: a tech-enabled support program that’s helping dementia caregivers reduce burnout through simple rituals—emoji check-ins, voice notes, and even burger dates. One participant shared, “I never cooked before. Now I do it all.” After 62 years of marriage, he’s still learning—and still loving. 🛠️ Circle of Care Challenge: In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, try one of these rituals: - 🎙️ Send a voice note to a fellow caregiver—no filter, just real talk. - 📝 Create a “Care Menu” with 3 go-to meals that feel doable and nourishing. - 🧘 Schedule a “micro-moment” of joy: a walk, a meme, a memory. 📣 Want to go further? NCOA and partners like Caregiver Action Network are encouraging everyone to share their caregiving story. Use hashtags like #CaregivingHappens and #CaregivingAroundTheClock to amplify the voices of caregivers and normalize the conversation. 💬 Lets start here in The Circle. Fill in the blank in the comments: “To me, caregiving means ______________ .” Let’s fill in the blank together—and remind each other that support isn’t a luxury. It’s a lifeline