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Feeling Behind? Reframe Your New Year Goals with Confidence
This week’s episode digs right into the messy middle of January, a time when the spark of New Year’s goals can feel overshadowed by life’s chaos and demands. This conversation with Thea & Meg tackles the reality of starting a new year amidst change, unpredictability, and the lingering feeling of being “behind.”Explore the mindset shifts and strategies that high-achieving women can use to embrace change, lean into the discomfort of growth, and redefine their expectations for success. From finding clarity in the chaos to integrating family, work, and personal priorities, this episode offers actionable insights for balancing ambition with presence.Tune in for candid reflections, powerful reframes, and practical advice to help set the tone for 2025 with intention and purpose.What We Consider in this Episode:Leaning Into the Seasonal Cadence: How January and February offer a natural invitation for reflection, planning, and resetting priorities.Reframing the Feeling of Being “Behind”: Turning the discomfort of falling short of expectations into a catalyst for growth and clarity.Integrating Life and Goals: Strategies for weaving work, family, and personal goals into a cohesive and balanced vision.Releasing Unhealthy Expectations: Recognizing and letting go of self-imposed pressures that drain joy and hinder progress.The Power of Rituals and Reflection: Creating meaningful habits and traditions, like Meg’s winter solstice ritual, to anchor growth and connection.Finding Ease in the Hard Seasons: Embracing the full range of human experiences (both challenges and triumphs) and finding strength in the process.Key Takeaways:January is not a race, it’s an invitation to slow down, reflect, and set intentional goals.Feeling “behind” can be a sign of ambition, reframe it as an opportunity for clarity and alignment.Integration, not compartmentalization, is key to balancing family, work, and personal priorities.Let go of unhealthy expectations and focus on what truly matters in your unique season of life.Rituals and intentional pauses, like seasonal reflection, create space for growth and connection.Goals are not just about outcomes, they’re about the process and progress along the way.High achievers thrive when they balance ambition with presence and ease.Love this episode? Screenshot it, share it, and tag @cowgirlsovercoffee to join the conversation. Share your biggest takeaway or your vision for 2025, and let us cheer you on as you set the tone for your year ahead.Make sure to subscribe and leave a review to help more like-minded women discover conversations that inspire and empower.Listen if you’re looking for:New Year goalsGoal setting for womenEmbracing change and growthSeasonal reflectionWork-life integrationMindset for high achieversRural women’s lifestyleProductivity and balanceLetting go of expectationsFamily and business balanceIf this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you’re planning to build more discipline in your life. Let’s keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee...
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Beyond Resolutions: Strategic Goal Setting for 2025 to Ensure You Don’t Burnout Before the End of the Year
Beyond Resolutions: Strategic Goal Setting for 2025 to Ensure You Don’t Burnout Before the End of the YearThe first Monday of the new year is here, and it's time to reset, refocus, and realign for 2025. This episode dives into a fresh approach to goal-setting and planning that avoids burnout and builds sustainable momentum throughout the year. Using the concept of a seasonal cadence and symbiotic goals, this method ensures those big dreams and visions come to life while also meeting the daily demands of life without feeling overwhelmed and burning out.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The transformative power of seasonal cadence for balancing productivity and presence throughout the year.How to set and execute three initiatives—multi-step goals that drive long-term impact.Why five resolutions can strengthen habits and actions to support your biggest goals.The role of ten practices—daily or weekly routines that sustain energy, clarity, and performance.How to embrace patience, consistency, and the compound effect to stay motivated during the "invisible" stages of progress.A clear breakdown of how to align your goals with seasons: planning and priming in winter, progress in spring and fall, and restoration in summer and the holidays.Practical tips for structuring your 2025 goals into actionable categories for maximum focus and results.Why This Matters: Many women in high-demand roles struggle with the tension of pursuing big goals while managing everyday life. This episode delivers actionable strategies to create a sustainable plan that prioritizes both—leading to less overwhelm, more confidence, and lasting success. By working with the natural rhythms of the year, you will gain clarity, focus, and resilience to achieve your most ambitious goals without sacrificing what matters most.Key Takeaways:Goals need a structure to thrive: Break them into initiatives, resolutions, and practices for a balanced approach.Seasonal cadence is the ultimate tool for preventing burnout while maximizing progress.The compound effect is real—small, consistent actions over time lead to big results.Planning isn’t about rushing—it’s about creating intentional, deliberate progress that feels aligned and achievable.Links and Resources:Join the New Year Blueprint: A Six-Week Goal-Setting Program Starting January 13thPrevious Episodes: Reflecting on 2024 with Daily Prompts #53 - #58Connect on Instagram: @cowgirlsovercoffeeShare your goals: Screenshot this episode, tag @cowgirlsovercoffee, or send a DM.Rate, Review & Follow: Enjoying the podcast? Make sure to rate and review—it helps more women like you find these tools for success. Don’t forget to hit the follow button to stay updated on future episodes.If this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you’re planning to build more discipline in your life. Let’s keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership CommunityConnect with Thea and the community:Follow on Instagram @CowgirlsOverCoffee Follow on Facebook
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2024: Lost Week Daily Journaling - Day 6
Podcast Show Notes: Episode: "The Lost Week Reflections - Day 6"Happy New Year’s Eve! In this final episode of The Lost Week Journaling Challenge, we tackling the day 6 prompt taking you through an empowering reflection to identify obstacles that stood in the way of your dreams, goals, and contentment in 2024. This process sets the stage for entering 2025 with clarity and intention.Episode Highlights:Day 6 Prompt: Reflect on obstacles:Create a list of 10 obstacles that hindered your goals, dreams, or contentment in 2024.Take a break, then review the list and reflect:How does the list feel as a whole? Are some obstacles interconnected or less significant than they seemed?Can you take action to limit, work around, or remove any of these obstacles?Are there obstacles that can be reframed or diffused by shifting your perspective?Identify actionable steps to address or let go of these obstacles as you move into 2025.Why It Matters: By identifying and evaluating obstacles with neutrality, you can release mental and emotional baggage, paving the way for a more focused and productive new year.Key Insights: Obstacles often feel larger than they are. Recognizing them, reflecting on their impact, and planning intentional actions can transform challenges into opportunities for growth.How to Participate:Download the free journaling worksheets by texting "LOST" to 970-512-8206 or find them here.Reflect and process using a notebook, voice note, or any method that works for you.Thank you for joining The Last Week Journaling Challenge! Start 2025 feeling refreshed, empowered, and ready to take on your goals. See you in the new year! 🎉***If this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you’re planning to build more discipline in your life. Let’s keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership CommunityConnect with Thea and the community:Follow on Instagram @CowgirlsOverCoffee Follow on Facebook @CowgirlsOverCoffeeMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss a convo!
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2024: Lost Week Daily Journaling - Day 5
Podcast Show Notes: Episode: "The Lost Week Reflections - Day 5"In today’s episode of Cowgirls Over Coffee, we're dropping Day 5 of The Lost Week Journaling Challenge. This powerful prompt encourages you to reflect on the environments you're spend time in, and how those spaces impact your mood, productivity, and overall well-being.Episode Highlights:Day 5 Prompt: Evaluate your daily environments:List every environment where you spend time—rooms in your home, workspace, vehicle, barn, or even places like a friend’s house.Rate each environment on a scale of 1 to 5:1 = Draining and harmful5 = Healthy and positiveTake a break, then revisit your list to reflect:Where can you take action to improve an environment?Should you spend more or less time in certain spaces?Are there environments you can tweak to feel more productive or refreshing?Why It Matters: Just like relationships, our environments significantly influence how we feel and function. Recognizing which spaces lift you up or drag you down can help you make intentional adjustments for a more supportive daily life.Key Insights: Sometimes small changes in our spaces—whether it’s decluttering, adding a refreshing element, or simply spending less time in draining environments—can make a significant difference in our day-to-day experience.How to Participate:Download the free journaling worksheets by texting "LOST" to 970-512-8206 or find them here.Use a notebook, a voice note, or any method that helps you reflect and process.This exercise is a step toward creating spaces that energize and support your goals in the new year. Join us tomorrow for the final prompt in The Last Week Journaling Challenge! 🌟***If this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you’re planning to build more discipline in your life. Let’s keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership CommunityConnect with Thea and the community:Follow on Instagram @CowgirlsOverCoffee Follow on Facebook @CowgirlsOverCoffeeMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss a convo!
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2024: Lost Week Daily Journaling - Day 4
Podcast Show Notes: Episode: "The Lost Week Reflections - Day 4"In today’s episode of Cowgirls Over Coffee, we share the next prompt in our weekly Lost Week reflections, to help you explore and evaluate your beliefs about yourself. This exercise aims to uncover how these beliefs have shaped your experiences in 2024 and prepare you for a more intentional 2025.Episode Highlights:Day 4 Prompt: Reflect on your beliefs:Write down 10 things you believe about yourself. These can be positive, negative, or neutral, relating to any aspect of your identity, strengths, or skills.Review the list and free write about these beliefs:Are they true or false?Were they formed from personal experiences, societal pressures, or others’ opinions?How do these beliefs impact you—positively or negatively?Identify what action to take for each belief:Strengthen beliefs that empower you.Take action to shift or change beliefs that hold you back.Release beliefs that no longer serve you.Why It Matters: Beliefs shape your identity and influence your goals. By understanding and reframing them, you can better align your mindset with the person you want to become.Key Insights: Growth comes not just from achieving goals but from becoming the person capable of achieving them. Evaluating and shifting beliefs is a critical part of this transformation.How to Participate:Download the free journaling worksheets by texting "LOST" to 970-512-8206 or find them here.Use a notebook, a voice note, or whatever method works best to document and reflect on your beliefs.This powerful reflection sets the stage for intentional growth and clearer goal-setting in the new year. Join us tomorrow for Day 5 of The Lost Week Journaling Challenge! 🌟***If this episode resonates with you, make sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Screenshot this episode, tag @CowgirlsOverCoffee, and share your biggest takeaway or how you’re planning to build more discipline in your life. Let’s keep the conversation going!Resources & Links:Learn more about Cowgirls Over Coffee Membership CommunityConnect with Thea and the community:Follow on Instagram @CowgirlsOverCoffee Follow on Facebook @CowgirlsOverCoffeeMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss a convo!
The truth of the matter is there’s nothing you’re missing. There’s no hack, strategy, system or secret that you just haven’t figured out. There’s only the dynamic process of discovering what matters for you and what doesn’t, what works for you and what doesn’t. I certainly don’t have it all figured out yet! And, that’s what this podcast is all about.
Welcome to Cowgirls Over Coffee with Thea Larsen! The podcast where I take you along on my mission to encourage and equip women with that cowgirl grit and determination to finally quit winging it, and learn to savor life at the intersection of home and ambition. Tune in each week for conversations with not only myself, but also roundtable discussions with my friends, and even an expert or two, as we navigate the messy, mundane and magic of every day cultivating thriving homes and businesses from the ranch, farm, kitchen table or cab of the truck.
This is an experiment in embracing the process, sampling systems, and nurturing self, all while simply refusing to settle for less than we know we can achieve - for ourselves, our families, our communities and our businesses. We’ll cover topics like planning, organization, rural lifestyle, motherhood, wellbeing, homemaking, dream chasing and entrepreneurship.
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