With a new decade beginning tomorrow, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the year’s accomplishments and set a clear vision for what we plan to poosh ourselves to do more of in 2020. To shift the attitude of New Year’s resolutions, we’re focusing on positive intentions and goals for the next 366 days instead of highlighting the habits we should break. Read on to learn what team Poosh and our contributors have in mind to make this the best year yet. Cheers to a brand-new era!
Kourtney Kardashian: “I’m going to poosh myself to cut down on my phone time. I’ll use certain social media apps almost as procrastination. I get so much more done when I’m not using them. I also want to do more one-on-one things with my kids so we can spend more time together.”
Kris Jenner: “Spending quality time with my grandchildren is always a priority—now that I have 10 grandchildren, the time that I spend with them is so precious. They are all at different stages, and I don’t want to miss any of them! I’m also really making an effort in the new year to be more present and focus on being in the moment. Life can get so busy, so I have to remind myself to take a minute and slow down!”
Khloé Kardashian: “I really don’t believe in setting resolutions or waiting until the 1st of every year to shift your mindset. I think every day you’re given the opportunity to poosh yourself to make a change in your life for the better. Instead, I set small goals throughout the course of a year and make baby-step changes to be the best I can be.”
Sarah Howard: “I want to poosh myself to travel more, say yes to (almost) every invite, and really live in the present.”
Samantha Hyatt: “In 2020, I’m pooshing myself to continue saying YES to new and fun opportunities. Life is short, and I just want to enjoy it. I’m also pooshing myself to practice better patience with my kids. It’s easy to get wrapped up in our busy schedules, and we are all spread so thin, but I want to remind myself that kids are kids, and we as their parents need to be patient with their wants and needs, even if it is oftentimes draining.”
Michelle Scanga: “As we enter the new year, I want to remind myself to not sweat the small stuff and things that are out of my control, because that’s just flat-out draining. Instead, I want to shift my energy toward being the best daughter, friend, and version of myself in 2020. On a lighter note, I also want to poosh myself to majorly clean out my wardrobe and reduce the belongings I keep in my room, because it should be a sacred space. Right now, my bedroom is bursting from wall to wall (don’t judge me), which can be overwhelming to wake up to every morning.”
Brittney Mead: “2020 is all about health for me—mental and physical. I want to take better care of my mind and my body to make sure I am the best version of myself in the new year. This starts with creating a routine that I can consistently maintain. I want to set a goal to read more, eat better, meditate, and work out at least three times a week!”
Astrid Swan: “I’m pooshing myself for 2020 to be more relaxed/less type A. With full-time work, a husband, a 16-month-old, and a baby on the way, my life will not be as I usually like things to go … aka perfectly! To remind myself that life is perfect even during the moments of ‘unperfect.’ I’ll go for type B+!”
Nicole Lesmeister: “I think I’m pooshing myself to be less hard on myself this year! I feel like every year I always make stern, threatening promises to myself to be perfect—more healthy and fit, never missing a workout, trying so hard not to indulge or ‘slip’ and eat tacos at 2 a.m. or processed sugar, no breaks or days off … I realize that while ambition is cool, taking time to let myself relax and not think of responsibility every now and then, and treating health like a lifestyle journey instead of a constant fire drill, is way healthier. It’s definitely on-brand with Poosh’s narrative that health is wealth, but everything in moderation. I’m going to LET ME LIVE!”
Carson Meyer: “In 2020, I am pooshing myself to become even more conscious in my choices to honor the health of the environment in my day-to-day life. I also want to make more time to be of service to organizations that work to protect our planet!”
Sophie Lonsinger: “For 2020, I am pooshing more awareness of self-care and self-love from the inside out. I believe that to spread love, we have to learn to love ourselves first. It’s the unconditional support, self-care, and compassion you give yourself that ultimately translate to good health, high self-esteem, happiness, total balance, and well-being.”
Erica Spiegelman: “I am pooshing myself to be more kind and patient with myself while implementing a routine of self-care (physically and emotionally) after having been pregnant for two years straight! I want to be mindful of this balance and not expect myself and my life to be the same as before I had my sweet babies!”
Cara Clark: “As a mom of four daughters, I want to continue working toward creating a better life for kids in general. I’m pooshing through what people are saying about the next generation. We set limitations based on our own self-limits, but our plan is to poosh through those, as a family. We are busy with life, sports, activities, and all the things kids are into. We celebrate their talents, but our goal is to slow down and just be present. Be present in not having plans, be present in supporting each of our emotional needs. By slowing down and creating safe places to do nothing, to have carefree time, we can create healthy, confident kids who know they are loved and supported. We can accomplish more by being emotionally present with our children, the next generation, than we can by making big plans for ourselves. Opportunities will come as we poosh through the obstacle of being so busy. So my biggest shift is to poosh through my family/life balance, be emotionally present, and keep looking inward for growth and development. We are planning to set our intentions to be open to receiving together as a family, rather than striving to succeed.”
Courtney Virden: “My goal for 2020 is to educate as many women as possible on women’s pelvic floor health. I want to help women poosh the boundaries and encourage them to be comfortable talking about issues and their health while empowering them with tools to take control of their own health.”
Katie Beecher: “Since the age of 16 and my recovery from an eating disorder, I’ve been on a path of letting go of control and anxiety and discovering and trusting myself, my intuition, and God/the Universe. As a result, I’m a happier, healthier person and have found my calling as a Medical and Spiritual Intuitive. While I can let go completely when doing my work, I am still tempted to hold on to worry and my control-freak tendencies when it comes to my personal life. I’m pooshing myself to allow myself to be loved, protected, and guided at all times, consistently, not just when I’m doing my work.”
Dr. Kate Balestrieri: “This year, as I reflect on the ups and downs of 2019, I am determined to start 2020 with sustainable intentions. For me, that includes maintaining an active lifestyle to preserve my health, learning a new skill to preserve my zest and curiosity in life, giving back to stay grounded and with perspective, and a reaffirmation to take the risks necessary for love, success, and growth. Especially if it means trying again in the face of failure or starting again with a resolution, before the next year begins.”
Ryan Haddon: “It’s been many years now that I truly feel balance, purpose, and fulfillment on a day-to-day basis, so it’s less about changing or shifting anything as a resolution for the new year, but more about fine-tuning my intention to go deeper in spirit, loving, and helping others in their lives. I have one goal for 2020 along those same lines, and that’s to finish writing my book, 40 Days to Finding Your Center, and putting it out there as an offering. Excited for the good 2020 is ringing in for all!”
Stephanie Shepard: “In 2020, I am pooshing myself to be more patient. Especially patient with myself, working to stay grounded in the moment and grateful for where my feet are!”
Katie Durko: “’Wherever you are, be all there.’ In 2020, I’d like to poosh myself to be more present in my relationships. Multitasking is an inevitable part of being a business owner, but this year I’d like to make an effort to put the phone down when I’m not working, and truly connect with those around me.”
Shannon Nadj: “I am pooshing myself to change my way of thinking. The mind is so powerful. No more overthinking—choose positive thoughts and patterns. And also letting go of fear, to meditate more, and to follow my intuition, that little voice inside.”
Claire Byrne: “This year, I’m pooshing myself to simply enjoy what I’ve created in 2019, which is very counterintuitive for this hustler! Now that I’ve created my dream business—coaching women on heartbreak—and attracted my dream guy, my growth is to simply BE with what I have, instead of constantly chasing the next big thing.”
Nikki Elisheva: “In 2020, I’m pooshing myself to keep my circle full of positive, inspiring, and kind people.”
Bijou Phillips Masterson: “I’m pooshing myself to do more extroverted activities and be more social and not such a homebody. Which is hard because I get in super homebody mode. I’m also pooshing myself to be more present with my friends.”
Dani Michelle: “I’m pooshing myself to read a book instead of watching a movie … and drink more water!”