Is your New Year's motivation already fading? You're not failing—you're human. This episode is for anyone feeling the "January slump," wondering why the excitement disappeared, and struggling to stay consistent with their goals. Learn why motivation was never meant to last and how to build lasting change when the initial emotions fade.

We break down the critical shift from being led by fleeting motivation to being guided by your identity. Discover practical strategies like "Emotional Agnosticism," the "Two-Minute Rule," and the "30-Second Recovery" to keep moving forward even when you don't feel like it. This is where real transformation is built—not in the excitement of starting, but in the discipline of continuing.

Key Takeaways:

Why the mid-January dip is a predictable, necessary part of the process.

The difference between motivation (a spark) and identity (your engine).

How to practice "Emotional Agnosticism" and stop letting feelings dictate your actions.

3 Anchors for when motivation disappears: Identity Reinforcement, The Two-Minute Rule, and Celebrating the Decision.

How to recover quickly from a setback using the "30-Second Rule."

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If you’re tired of setting New Year’s resolutions only to feel discouraged by February, this episode is for you. We're throwing out the toxic, shame-based planning playbook for good.

This isn't a talk about more willpower or bigger goals. It’s about the one thing that truly determines your success: your identity.

Drawing from neuroscience, personal story (including my journey after The Biggest Loser), and practical faith, I break down why 92% of people fail at their resolutions and how you can build a 2026 plan that actually sticks—not from pressure, but from purpose.

You’ll Learn:

Why we plan from shame or fantasy (and how both sabotage us).

The critical difference between a goal and an expectation—and why one collapses while the other builds trust.

How your self-identity dictates your behavior more than your ambition.

The “One Click Rule”—how to build momentum with small, sustainable actions that prove your new identity is true.

How to use grace as a system for resilience (not an excuse for quitting).

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Book: The One Click Mindset - oneclickmindset.com

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As the calendar flips to a new year, many of us rush to set resolutions without stopping to deal with what we’re still carrying. In this episode, Dr. Mike challenges the idea that a new year automatically means a fresh start and introduces a better way forward: intentional closure.

Drawing from psychology, leadership insight, and faith, this conversation explores why unresolved experiences drain our energy, impact our relationships, and leak into our leadership. You’ll learn how unfinished moments from the past year act like open tabs in your mind—and why naming them matters more than fixing everything.

Dr. Mike introduces The One Click Year-End Audit, a simple four-question framework designed to help you extract wisdom, release unnecessary weight, and carry forward what truly matters. This episode is not about dwelling in regret or pretending life is neatly wrapped up. It’s about choosing clarity so you don’t walk into the next year carrying baggage you were never meant to keep.

If you want to close the year with intention, peace, and leadership over your own life, this conversation is for you.