Gabriele Hintzen’s Post

The first full week of the year is always exciting—it’s that perfect time to hit the ground running and start making strides toward those big, ambitious goals. Like many of you, I was ready to dive in, energized to turn my 2025 plans into reality. But life had other plans. After returning from a beautiful trip to New Mexico last week to celebrate a friend’s wedding, I was hit by the flu bug. Just like that, my week turned upside down. Instead of powering through my to-do list and chasing those goals, I’ve spent the last few days battling exhaustion and prioritizing recovery. And you know what? It’s been a humbling reminder. Adversity doesn’t wait for the “right time.” It shows up uninvited, often when we least expect it. But here’s the silver lining: it gives us an opportunity to reflect, recalibrate, and grow. This week, I’m leaning into patience—reminding myself that progress isn’t always linear. Taking care of my health now ensures I can show up stronger for the rest of the year. My goals aren’t going anywhere; they’ll still be there when I’m ready to tackle them full force. To anyone else who’s feeling a rocky start to 2025—whether it’s illness, unexpected setbacks, or simply a slower pace than you’d hoped—you’re not alone. Take it one step at a time. Rest when you need to. The important thing is to stay committed to your vision and pick back up when the time is right. So cheers to resilience, self-compassion, and a year full of growth—no matter how it begins. Excited to be over this bug and interacting with all of you on this platform that have become very much a part of my week.

We’re SO quick to rush into the next thing, aren’t we? The next goal, the next chapter, the next version of ourselves. “Onward and upward” is the motto. But endings…? Endings rarely get the reverence they deserve. As we close out this year, I want to remind you - before you leap into what’s next, pause. Take a moment to honor what’s coming to a close. Maybe it’s a habit you *finally* let go of this year. Maybe it was a relationship that ran its course. Perhaps it was a chapter of your life you’ve outgrown. Or maybe… it’s simply the version of yourself who made it through this year - the one who survived, stretched, and showed up even when it was hard. These endings are sacred. They carry lessons, growth, and so much power. So before you plan the next big move or set a single resolution, ask yourself: 👉🏼 What am I ready to release, with gratitude? 👉🏼 What parts of this year do I want to honor before I let them go? Because when you take the time to truly close a chapter, you create space for a new one to begin. One that feels aligned, intentional, and deeply rooted in who you’re becoming. Endings aren’t failures. They’re foundations. I’d love to hear - what’s something you’re honoring as this year comes to a close? 👇🏼 —— ✨ Ready to feel more at ease this holiday season? Join my 5-day mini-course to stop stressing, and start tuning into your body: https://lnkd.in/gMJ6zCDZ

🎉 Happy January 1st, 2025! Look at Everything You’ve Achieved Already! 🎉 It’s the first day of the year, and let me just say—you’re already killing it. Seriously, look at what you’ve accomplished so far: 1. You woke up in 2025. Huge! You survived 2024, and honestly, wasn’t that its own Olympic-level event? 2. You remembered what day it is. Well, at least you did after that first cup of coffee (or three). 3. You might’ve even written down some goals. And if not, you’re crushing the “still thinking about it” stage. 4. You refrained from throwing out every carb in your house. (Or maybe you didn’t—but either way, we see you starting fresh!) 5. You opened this app and are already being productive. Look at you, embracing 2025 with energy, intention, and a slight hangover. But let’s be real—whether you’ve already started working toward those big goals or you’re still just “resting” your way into the new year, you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. The key is just showing up, one step at a time. So here’s to 2025—a year where we’ll all aim for progress over perfection, laugh at ourselves a little more (because why not?), and keep chasing those wild dreams with everything we’ve got. P.S. If your New Year’s resolution was to stop procrastinating… congratulations, you’ve got 364 more days to get started. 🎤 Let’s do this, folks! Happy New Year! 🎉

Journaling Prompts to Reflect & Reset for the New Year✨ As we’re about to turn the calendar to 2025, this is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and dream a little. 📍First: Save this post so you can find it anytime. Then find a cozy spot, grab a warm drink, and jot down these prompts… 1️⃣ What are three wins (or more!) I’m proud of achieving in 2024? 2️⃣ What is one thing I want to let go of before the new year? 3️⃣ Who or what supported me in surprising ways this year? What am I feeling grateful for? 4️⃣ What do I want 2025 to be about? What do I want more of? 5️⃣ In one year from now, what do I want to look back and see? I believe that living with intention is part of optimal health and that the end of the year can be a gentle reminder to pause, reflect, and set a vision for what’s next. If you have health goals that you need support in achieving in the coming year, I am here to help! What’s holding you back from living your healthiest life and achieving your life goals? DM me the word READY, and I’ll share how I can help you overcome those obstacles and help you make 2025 your best year yet!

✨ It’s Time to Press Reset ✨ Let’s be honest: weekends aren’t just for .... ... unwinding—they’re for resetting. Whether you took time to relax, reflect, or simply recharge, one thing’s for sure: this week is your blank canvas. 👈🏿 January is almost over, and February is peeking around the corner. Are you feeling energized or overwhelmed? ✨ Here’s a truth to hold onto: You’ve already started shaping the year ahead. And if you haven’t, it’s not too late. Take these last days of January to prepare. Or, ease into the loving energy of February to lay your foundation. Because in March, you’ll sprint into your winner’s race. 🌟 Why March? 🤔 Because nature aligns with growth in March—the true new year, as ancient wisdom reminds us. Renewal, rebirth, and resilience. 🌱 This Week’s Focus: 🔑 Stay grounded in your vision. 🔑 Ignore distractions that try to pull you away from your essence. 🔑 Keep your eyes on the path, no matter how loud the noise gets. ✨ Your Challenge: 🌱 Trust your pace—it’s your power. 🌱 Take small, intentional steps. 🌱 Stay focused and resilient. 💪🏿You’ve got this. Keep going. Every step forward matters, no matter how small. Your breakthrough is closer than you think! P.S. Are you ready to take your personal and professional growth to the next level? DM me to explore programs that help align your vision with your purpose. 💡

The year is getting long in the tooth. I can't believe that there are only a few weeks left until we wrap on 2024. If I can leave you with some tips to finish the year strong. 1) Take a look at the goals you set earlier in the year and check progress. Don't stress over what's not done but focus on what you can accomplish before year end. Not hitting all of your goals is not a bad thing at all. You didn't fail, you learned. 2) Start thinking about those lessons going into '25. Did you over commit? Under commit? Or were you just right? If you plan in December before the holiday break, you'll be in a great position when '25 kicks off to hit the year hard. 3) Focus on real life. Sure, work, socials, conferences and all of that are amazing. But take the time to enjoy those around you in real life that enrich your existence and those who's existence you enrich. The time off does wonders for your health and soul, so slow down, take some breaths and enjoy it. Life is short. It's up to each of us to make the most of it.

Four weeks. That’s all that’s left of 2024. What will you celebrate on January 1? 🥂✨ Time flies, doesn’t it? We’ve officially entered the final four weeks of the year—a time to reflect, reset, and make the most of what’s left. Here’s the thing: you don’t need a full year to make a difference in your health, mindset, or joy. Four weeks is enough to: ✔️ Start that habit you’ve been putting off. ✔️ Choose consistency over perfection. ✔️ Take one small step toward feeling stronger and more vibrant. Imagine waking up on January 1, not with regret or resolutions you won’t keep, but with pride for how you ended the year. What would that feel like? So, what’s your move? Will you make these last four weeks count? Comment below and share your goal—I’m here to cheer you on!

🔥 WOW Next year Hey, my friend, the way you enter into next year isn’t determined by your goals, your strategies, or even your systems. Yes, those things matter. But what matters most is you. How you show up personally will make or break everything else. You can have the best strategies, the best ideas, the best plans on paper. But if your heart is weary, if your mind is tired, if your vision is unclear, it won’t matter. Because you’ll carry that weariness, that exhaustion, and that lack of focus into next year—and everything else will fall apart. So I’m asking you to take a moment. Take a moment today, this week, this year to focus on you. Give your heart time to find peace. Give your mind time to rest. Let your vision grow inside of you. For me, this year has been massive. Launching businesses, launching services—it’s pushed me to the edge. But now? Now, I step into a time of rest. A time to heal, to recharge, to prepare. Because when I step into next year, I’m stepping in with force. --> With strength. --> With joy. --> With peace. --> With focus. I’ve decided what I don’t want to carry with me into next year, and I’m leaving it behind. My friend, I hope you’re doing the same. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. You were created to bring light, joy, and hope. You weren’t meant to cower in fear. You were meant to stand in strength, to rise, and to step into your calling with confidence. Next year is coming. The question is—how are you choosing to step into it?

September didn't go like I planned. Labor Day weekend I flew home from a beautiful vacation in the PNW. Spending this time lakeside is an annual reset for me as I review journals, set goals, and plan for the year ahead. I was ready for September with renewed focus and my top priorities in view. Three days later I was in Urgent Care with shooting pain up my arm. I couldn't move my left arm more than a centimeter without excruciating pain. My first thought was, "I don't have time for this. I don't want to get behind on my goals." Then I shifted. "What really is my most important goal right now?" It's building my life around well-being. When I prioritize mental, spiritual, physical and relational well-being, everything falls into place. X-rays revealed irritation and inflammation around the rotator cuff. My redesigned September became a time to: 1️⃣ REST: It truly is the best medicine. Rest creates energy and sharpens our focus. Where can you give yourself space to rest? 2️⃣ FOCUS: Knowing my "one thing" for the day provides clarity and accomplishment. When will you tell yourself you've done enough? 3️⃣ ENJOY: I realized I already have everything I need in this moment. It's time to savor. How can you enjoy the present? I couldn't be more grateful heading into October. Instead of being driven by goals, my goals are the outgrowth of building a life around well-being. How does well-being inform your goals?

Can you believe it's already December? 26 days left (including today) in 2024. Some of us have hit the personal or professional goals we set. Some of us fell short. And some of us are still competing to hit that specific goal before December 31. No matter how your year has gone, you still have 26 days left to close 2024 on a positive note. You can start out early for the 2025 goal you've set. You can pick yourself up from a previous fall and get back to work. You can start creating the habit needed to reach your goal in 2025. You can do anything - even waste the next 26 days. But why would you waste 26 days of life? Why pack it in even though there's still time left on the clock? You don't have accomplish everything before 12/31 - but you absolutely can make progress. You don't need an arbitrary date like January 1 to start a new goal or change our direction. Competitors choose their attitude and actions, every single morning. They don't wait for "one day" to start when everything is better or when the calendar hits "refresh." Any day can be the first day to re-write your story or pursue a goal. Forget the new year. How about getting after it right now? You with me this week?