Resolutions: A Different Path to Setting Intentions Without Pressure

About this episode

Cara Meade explores a unique approach to setting intentions for the new year, emphasizing self-acceptance and reflection through yoga philosophy.

Host, Cara Meade offers a different path to goals and resolution setting for 2026. Rooted in yoga philosophy, it explores the practice of Sankalpa—a heartfelt intention that isn't about becoming someone new, but remembering who you already are. Through reflection, ancient wisdom, and a guided meditation, listeners are invited to release striving and reconnect with their deepest truth. A gentle companion for beginning the year with clarity, alignment, and grace.

People in this episode

Host: Cara Meade

Topics covered

• goal setting
• yoga philosophy
• intentions
• self-discovery
• meditation
• new year

Keywords

• resolutions
• intentions
• yoga
• meditation
• self-improvement
• clarity
• alignment

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Sankalpa

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