In this heartfelt and entertaining New Year’s Eve special, Jaime and her dad, Stan, reflect on the past year, the lessons learned, and their hopes for the future. Filled with laughs, insights, and their signature banter, they discuss the power of small, meaningful changes, the beauty of living in the moment, and the importance of connecting with others. Whether you’re clinking glasses or reflecting quietly, this episode is the perfect way to ring in a new year—or a new moment—with intention and joy.

What You'll Hear:

1. Why We Clink Glasses:
   • The surprising historical roots of clinking glasses during celebrations—hint: it involved poison prevention!
2. Reflecting on the Year:
   • A look back at how the podcast started, proving that new opportunities can appear when you least expect them.
   • The importance of embracing new beginnings and saying yes to unexpected adventures.
3. Reframing New Year’s Resolutions:
   • Why traditional resolutions often fail and how focusing on small, consistent changes leads to lasting success.
   • Tips for creating habits that stick, such as starting with manageable goals and finding accountability partners.
4. Living in the Moment:
   • Jaime and Stan discuss the value of mindfulness, releasing stress, and finding joy in everyday connections.
   • The idea of celebrating “Happy New Moments” instead of waiting for the new year to make a positive change.
5. Connecting with Others:
   • A reminder to reach out to those who may feel isolated during the holidays, inviting them to share in your celebrations.
   • How being kind and inclusive can create meaningful bonds and brighten someone’s day.
6. Fitness, Reading, and Other Personal Goals:
   • Insights on making small, achievable lifestyle changes, from working out with a friend to incorporating more reading into daily life.
   • The importance of building routines that energize and uplift you.

Insights:

• “Every day is an opportunity to create your own new year.” – Jaime Marco
• “Happy New Year? Let’s make it Happy New Moments. Every moment is a chance to start fresh.” – Stan Brown
• “Connection is the heart of joy—be there for others and for yourself.” – Jaime Marco

Resources:

• Join the Conversation: Jamie’s Podcast Website
• Recommended Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear

If you enjoyed this special episode, subscribe to our podcast and share it with friends and family to spread the joy. Let’s create happy new moments together throughout the year!

We’d love to hear your feedback, stories, or guest suggestions. Reach out at connect@jaimemarco.com

Cheers to all of you for supporting us on this podcast journey. Remember, every moment is a chance to start anew. Here’s to a year (and moments!) filled with connection, kindness, and joy. Until next time, keep writing your extraordinary story!