For a long time, I’ve tried to think my way into better habits—especially around food. Reading, learning, analyzing, understanding why things work or don’t work. That intellectual effort isn’t useless, but at some point it becomes a stall tactic.
Lately, I’ve noticed that I already know what needs to change.
My focus this year is simple: “eating good food” that actually supports my health. That is my responsibility this year, the universe is taking the wheel with the rest. Not perfection. Not trends. Just food that helps me feel better day to day. And if I’m being honest, that goal comes with a quiet truth I’ve been avoiding—some things have to go.
Not because they’re bad.
Not because I’m being extreme.
But because they no longer work for me.
Here’s what I’m learning in real time:
Overthinking is often a sign you already have the answer but if you are anything like me, it’s your goto default, to try to think your way out. If you’re constantly researching, tweaking, or waiting for the perfect plan, there’s a good chance you already know the basics. The next step isn’t more information—it’s follow-through.
“Giving things up” isn’t punishment, it’s clarity…
Letting go of certain foods, habits, or routines can feel heavy. But it’s often less about restriction and more about making space. Space for energy. Space for digestion. Space for feeling better in your own body.
Big change doesn’t have to be dramatic…
Change doesn’t always look like a total life overhaul. Sometimes it’s quiet and consistent:
- buying simpler groceries
- eating at home more
- repeating meals that work
- stopping the constant “reset” mentality
- Small, steady changes done on purpose beat big bursts of motivation every time.
Asking for help is part of the process…
Whether that’s professional guidance, better systems, or just admitting you can’t do this on willpower alone—support matters. You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through change.
When something keeps coming up, it’s time to act…
If a message keeps repeating—through your thoughts, your body, or your daily experience—it’s not asking for more analysis. It’s asking for a decision. I don’t have everything figured out. But I do know this: feeling better requires honesty, consistency, and the willingness to let go of what no longer serves you.
That’s not dramatic. That’s just life—done with intention.
