I was inspired by Chris Williamson’s Christmas episode of Modern Wisdom, where he and a few friends share their favorite “hacks” from the year. While I was listening, I started making my own list in my head, then decided to write it out and even record a video, hoping to put you on to at least one new company or idea for the new year. Apple Podcasts Spotify None of these recommendations are sponsored by the companies–I’m not “big” enough to have sponsorships, lol. I’m making these...

I hope you had a great holiday week and weekend! Here's this week's Notes... 📝 this week's Daily Notes 12.23.25 #1073 momentum into the new year 12.24.25 #1074 counterproductive habits 12.26.25 #1075 what went well for you? 12.27.25 #1076 lessons from Siddhartha 12.28.25 #1077 strength from letting go 📝 The Omens Irrational '26 A preview of my word for 2026--more to come. 2025 Faves A list of a few of my favorite things from this year. See you next week (or tomorrow) and keep pursuing, JC

“Some of us think holding on makes us strong; but sometimes it is letting go.” -Herman Hesse When I opened my O-p-e-n app to use the timer for my morning meditation, I was greeted by this quote from Herman Hesse. It’s a great quote as we continue to prepare for a new year, which can act as a great time to make changes–a fresh start with the new year. But the quote's message isn’t the only reason I shared it. If you remember, yesterday I wrote about re-reading Siddhartha and shared a few...