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#315 | The Problem with The One Word Trend and a More Resilient and Mindful Approach

Is one word enough to shape your entire year—or is there a better way to show up with purpose in 2026?

In this insightful New Year’s episode, Michael explores the popular practice of choosing a single “word of the year” and why it may be too limiting for the complexity of real life. Through personal reflection, mindfulness principles, and a touch of humor, he offers a more compassionate, grounded alternative that helps you return to center—again and again—as life unfolds unpredictably.

Learn the science behind why "one word" works—and where it falls short.

Discover how to choose a grounding…

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