Embracing 2026

Written By Lisa Smith

Embracing the New Year with Calm Intentions: Moving Slowly into 2026

During the high-energy buzz of December, I often convince myself that January will be all momentum and motivation. In reality, it never is. Instead, the new year always begins as a slower, more mindful journey — one that gently invites me to soften, reflect, and find my pace again.

Moving Slowly into the New Year

So here we are, already well into 2026, and I’m fully embracing a slower transition once again. One of the practices supporting me this year has been Rapid Tapping® with Poppy Delbridge. As many of you know I trained as a Pro last year and I’ve been using these tapping techniques to prepare myself for 2026, I love how accessible and effective tapping is —especially during moments of stress, overthinking, or emotional overwhelm.

Rapid Tapping has become a simple but powerful way to regulate my nervous system and create a sense of calm in my day. I’ve also been using her app, which makes it incredibly easy to tap along whenever I need a reset, whether that’s first thing in the morning or in the middle of a busy afternoon. It feels like a gentle check-in with myself—something that supports both my mindset and emotional wellbeing as I ease into the year.

Creating a Slow, Intentional Start to 2025

Over the Christmas period I got out of some of my regular routines (as we all do!) but I have gradually been easing back into them. During the holidays I let my morning routine go. I have gradually picked up my regular face yoga and Gua Sha mini workout and added some somatic face work to it. I had a gorgeous hydrafacial and LED treatment which inspired me to get out my LED mask which you can buy here and I invested in a beautiful silk sleep mask similar to this one which has been so relaxing and nourishing.

Journaling for the Year Ahead

As I look ahead to the year, I’ve been journaling using the 7-D framework from Poppy Delbridge’s Pivot into Power program. I love how it brings clarity and focus without overcomplicating things, helping intentions feel grounded rather than overwhelming.

If you’d like to join me, try reflecting on these prompts:

  • What do I truly want to experience or create this year, beyond expectations or pressure?

  • What patterns or insights from the past year are worth carrying forward?

  • What feels ready to be chosen deliberately — and what am I committing to?

  • Which beliefs or stories am I ready to question or release?

  • What no longer supports me and can be gently let go of?

  • What small, consistent actions will move me forward this year?

  • At the end of the year, what would feeling proud of myself look like?

I’m also a Pivot into Power coach, and this framework has become an integral part of how I support both myself and others. The new year is a time for renewal, but it doesn’t need to be a race. Embrace the slow, mindful entry into 2026 and allow the journey to unfold at a pace that feels right for you.

Lisax

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Lisa Smith