Shift & Thrive January 2026: Intentional Action > Resolutions

Jan 1

Written By Michelle Gonzalez

Shift & Thrive Jan 2026: Intentional Action > Resolutions

January 2026

Good morning, Subscriber First Name,

A new year and a new look for MMG Health Coaching has arrived!

I don’t know about you, but I have big plans for 2026. Will I accomplish all of them? Maybe. Will I beat myself up if I don’t accomplish all of them? No.

Life happens despite the best of intentions, especially if you are juggling a family, a career or finding yourself in a new “season” or a year of transition with a new job, changing family dynamics with children off to college or returning home. Finding a nice balance of self compassion and realistic milestones sets you up for celebrating even the smallest of wins.

Are YOU really ready for change or is just the date changing?

Many of us love the idea of a new year’s resolution; a clean slate. However, the date may be the only thing changing.

If you haven’t taken the dedicated time to reflect and truly dive into what matters to you most, you may be feeling like a failure in a month.

Trying someone else’s quick fix, cleanse, new diet trend or workout routine usually leaves most of us in the dust and defeated again. Why? Well, they are not you. What worked for them may not work for you. It’s possible your environment isn’t set up for your success, accountability falls by the wayside and true support may vanish as you fall back into old familiar routines that leave us feeling stuck.

Instead of a resolution…

What would it look like if you took intentional action? Just one small step towards something that matters to you. The tiniest of steps to build that new routine around something important to you. Maybe that is being able to run around and travel with your grandchildren, finally being mindful about the foods you eat and how you nourish your body, building physical strength, simply finding movement that you enjoy, finding social connection around something that inspires you.

Let’s get back to the basics! That foundational whole person approach to health and wellness that allows YOU to thrive in YOUR own way for YOU.

I’d be honored to explore with you, your idea of the best next tiniest step!

Let’s schedule a time to chat!

Ways to Work With Me in 2026

1:1 Virtual Coaching

One time 90-minute laser coaching session. A taste of coaching without a long term commitment. Explore one specific area determined by you.
3-Month or 6-Month coaching package. Build momentum and reconnect to what matters most with deep transformation and lasting balance.

In Person Workshops

Tailored to your group, team or organization focusing on a foundational health/wellness topic that fits best with your current needs.

Student Athletes/Competitive Softball Teams (16u+)

1:1 virtual coaching for student athletes ages 18-22.
Team workshops outlining foundational wellness for performance that entail proper fueling, recovery, resilience and maintaining consistency. Aligning everyday habits for desired outcomes.

Need more information or have a special request? I’d love to connect with you, schedule a time to chat, here.

Upcoming Events

May 16, 2026

I am proud to be partnering with the Villa Park Community Services Foundation again for the 2nd annual Spring into Health 5K & Wellness Fair.

Sign up to run or be an exhibitor here!

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Michelle Gonzalez