Your Year-End Gratitude Inventory (with Reflection Questions)

As we wind down 2025 in this second of three solo episodes, Dr.
Stephanie takes a pause to express her deep gratitude for the
Better community and guide you through a meaningful year-end
reflection. This isn't about toxic positivity or pretending
everything was fine—it's about acknowledging the highs and lows,
the lessons learned, and the strength you discovered (even when
you didn't know you had it).


In this intimate solo episode, Dr. Stephanie shares reflective
questions and gratitude practices to help you take stock of 2025
and set intentional (not pressured) direction for 2026. Whether
you're in your pyjamas in that post-Christmas vortex or out for a
walk, this episode offers a gentle hand and a tender heart as you
close out the year.


Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(2:00) What Gratitude Really Is (& What It’s Not)
(4:00) 2025 Gratitude Inventory
(14:00) The Gratitude Note Exercise
(15:00) What Did I Survive & Learn?
(18:00) What Am I Ready to Forgive Myself For?
(21:00) How Do I Want to Feel in 2026?
(24:00) What Will I Prioritize Even If No One Claps?


Resources mentioned in the episode can be found at
https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep449


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