January 1, 2025
Hey, it’s Lux, and welcome to Lux Unfiltered. It’s a new year, but we’re not here for the “new year, new me” nonsense. Instead, this is about honoring who you already are and setting intentions for growth, healing, and unapologetically pouring into yourself. By the end of this episode, you’ll have journaling prompts, shadow work questions, and simple ways to ground yourself and start 2025 with clarity.
Reflecting on 2024: Boundaries and Lessons
2024 taught me the power of boundaries. Learning to say no without guilt and yes to myself wasn’t easy, but it was transformative. For years, I people-pleased, ignored red flags, and overcommitted. My flimsy boundaries weren’t just draining—they were self-abandonment.
Boundaries aren’t walls to keep others out; they’re bridges that help you honor your values while connecting authentically with others. They’re also a daily practice—something you flex like a muscle until it feels natural.
Tips for Setting Boundaries:
1. Start Small: Practice in low-stakes situations.
2. Be Clear: A simple “I can’t” is enough—no explanations needed.
3. Hold Space for Discomfort: It’s okay if others feel disappointed.
4. Celebrate Wins: Each boundary set is an act of self-respect.
2025: Pouring Into Yourself
This year is about choosing yourself—unapologetically. It’s not selfish; it’s necessary. When you pour into yourself, you give from a place of abundance, not obligation.
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Health: The Foundation
If you’ve been neglecting your health, this is your year to start small. Schedule that appointment you’ve been avoiding, move your body in ways that feel good, or simply get better sleep. Investing in your well-being pays off in every part of your life.
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Creativity: Filling the Well
Creativity fuels the soul, but it’s hard to tap into when you’re feeling stuck. If you’ve been creatively blocked, think about what lights you up. Is it journaling, trying something new, or even just consuming art that inspires you? Make time for those things.
Small rituals, like having a piece of infused hard candy before diving into your favorite creative outlet, can help you get into the right headspace. Creativity isn’t just about the work you produce—it’s about nurturing the process.
Mental Health: Choosing Consistency
Consistency doesn’t come naturally to everyone (I see you, fellow ADHD folks), but rituals can help. Instead of overwhelming yourself with big commitments, start with small, manageable habits.
For example, use your morning coffee or CBD tea as a moment to ground yourself with an affirmation or set an intention for the day. This doesn’t have to be complicated—small shifts can have a big impact over time.
Shadow Work, Journaling, and Manifestation
These practices are powerful tools for uncovering, processing, and aligning with your true self. Shadow work helps you face what holds you back, journaling lets you process it, affirmations rewrite your inner narrative, and manifestation ties it all together.
Shadow Work Exercise:
• Write down one thing you want to manifest.
• Explore the fears or beliefs holding you back.
• Journal about their origins and create an affirmation to counter them.
Example: If you fear rejection, try: “I am worthy of love and connection.”
Manifestation Journaling Prompts:
1. What does my dream life feel like?
2. What limiting beliefs am I ready to release?
3. What energy do I need to embody to attract my goals?
Make it visual if that inspires you—create a vision board with images that represent your desires. Every time you see it, reconnect with the energy of possibility.
Rejecting the “New Year, New Me” Narrative
Let’s be honest: the “new year, new me” pressure is toxic. It tells us we need to discard who we are to be worthy, but that’s a lie. Growth doesn’t come from rejecting yourself; it comes from honoring who you are while making space for evolution.
Focus on what’s already working in your life. Celebrate your wins and carry them forward. Instead of rigid resolutions, set intentions that reflect how you want to feel.
Mantra for 2025:
Grounded. Growing. Glowing.
• Grounded in your truth and values.
• Growing into the fullest version of yourself.
• Glowing with confidence, joy, and peace.
Practical Ways to Pour Into Yourself
1. Create Rituals: Start your day with intention or end it with reflection.
2. Invest in Yourself: Whether it’s therapy, a creative class, or trying new self-care products, see it as an investment, not indulgence.
3. Ask for Help: You don’t have to do it all alone.
4. Protect Your Energy: Say no to what doesn’t align with your values.
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Choosing You Without Guilt
Choosing yourself can feel uncomfortable, especially if you’ve spent years prioritizing others. But guilt is just a sign you’re breaking old patterns. Keep going.
When you take care of yourself, you show up better in all areas of life. Let this year be the one where you reclaim your time, energy, and joy.
Final Thoughts: Honoring Who You Are
You are already enough. Growth isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about stepping into who you’ve always been. You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need to keep showing up.
Here’s a journaling prompt to close with:
• What does grounded, growing, glowing mean to me?
Write it down, reflect on it, and revisit it throughout the year.
Quote to Leave You With:
“If you don’t heal what hurt you, you’ll bleed on people who didn’t cut you.” – Unknown
Healing is a choice you make every day. Let’s choose to grow, glow, and thrive together this year.
Thank you for tuning in to Lux Unfiltered. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might need it. Speak to you next week—okay, love you, bye.
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