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Starting The New Year Strong

Starting the New Year Strong helps you begin the year with clarity instead of pressure. You’ll reflect on what matters, set realistic goals, and build simple habits that fit real life. The course focuses on steady progress and knowing how to reset when things don’t go to plan. Music attribution: Awakening Dew by Keys of Moon Music promoted by chosic Creative Commons CC BY 4.0

Confidence Clarity Focus Secular Mindfulness Mindfulness Meditation Health & Happiness Performance Secular Mindfulness

Meet your Teacher

Clint van Heerden

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Clint, a Chartered Accountant (SA) with a Masters in Education (Information and Communication Technology), is dedicated to fostering growth in others. With a remarkable 15-year tenure in people development, Clint led global training initiatives, and designed interactive training experiences. Beyond work, he enjoys running, wine tasting, travel, and reading.

5 Days

35 students

5.0 stars

4 min / day

Confidence

English

Lesson 1

Pause Before You Push

This lesson helps you slow down and notice where you’re actually starting from, rather than rushing into plans or goals. You’ll reflect on the past year in a simple, honest way to create a steadier foundation for what comes next.

Lesson 2

Clarify What Really Matters

You’ll identify what matters most to you right now and separate genuine priorities from external pressure or habit. This lesson helps you narrow your focus so your time and energy go where they count.

Lesson 3

Set Goals That Support Real Life

This lesson shows you how to turn priorities into realistic, achievable goals that allow for flexibility and imperfect days. The focus is on steady progress you can sustain, not standards you have to constantly chase.

Lesson 4

Build Simple, Supportive Habits

You’ll learn how small, repeatable actions can consistently support your goals without relying on motivation or willpower. This lesson helps you design practical habits that fit naturally into your existing daily routines and lifestyle.

Lesson 5

Stay Steady When Life Gets Messy

This lesson focuses on responding to setbacks and unexpected disruptions without giving up or starting over completely. You’ll learn how to reset, adjust, adapt, and continue with more confidence, resilience, and less self-criticism.

5.0 (3)

Recent Reviews

Anne

January 23, 2026

Good advice and exercises to help grounding

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