Closing Chapters, Choosing Momentum | A New Year Guide on Growth, Grief & Self-Trust
Wed Jan 07 2026
In this New Year reflection episode, Leslie looks back on a year shaped by growth, grief, and emotional transformation, and shares how those experiences reshaped her approach to creativity, career challenges, and relationships. Rather than rushing toward resolutions, she reflects on the lessons of intentional living, self-trust, and learning to offer herself more grace.
This episode explores what it means to create more and consume less, step away from constant digital stimulation, and return to a more analog lifestyle rooted in mindfulness and quality. Leslie discusses how grief softened her expectations, how rejection became redirection, and why curiosity, creativity, and imperfection played a central role in her personal growth.
Looking ahead to 2026, this conversation focuses on momentum without burnout, mindful consumption, spiritual growth, and living with intention—inviting listeners to reflect on their own goals, habits, and relationship with self-trust in the new year.
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🎧 Related Episodes:
• Nourish & Flourish: 2024 Reflections and 2025 Manifestations
• Simply Divine: Finding Balance between Feminine and Masculine Energies
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📺 YouTube: Busy Gallivanting Podcast
📩 Email: busygallivantingpodcast@gmail.com
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In this New Year reflection episode, Leslie looks back on a year shaped by growth, grief, and emotional transformation, and shares how those experiences reshaped her approach to creativity, career challenges, and relationships. Rather than rushing toward resolutions, she reflects on the lessons of intentional living, self-trust, and learning to offer herself more grace. This episode explores what it means to create more and consume less, step away from constant digital stimulation, and return to a more analog lifestyle rooted in mindfulness and quality. Leslie discusses how grief softened her expectations, how rejection became redirection, and why curiosity, creativity, and imperfection played a central role in her personal growth. Looking ahead to 2026, this conversation focuses on momentum without burnout, mindful consumption, spiritual growth, and living with intention—inviting listeners to reflect on their own goals, habits, and relationship with self-trust in the new year. 🕯️ Check out my candles and merch at busygallivantingpodcast.com/shop — designed to bring the cozy, intentional vibe of Busy Gallivanting into your everyday space. ✨ Use code BUSYGALLIVANTINGPODCAST for 10% off your first order at Local Eclectic — for unique, high-quality jewelry that fits wherever life takes you. 🎧 Related Episodes: • Nourish & Flourish: 2024 Reflections and 2025 Manifestations • Simply Divine: Finding Balance between Feminine and Masculine Energies 📍 WHERE TO FIND LESLIE: 📸 Instagram: @busygallivantingpodcast | @lesliemaclang 🎵 TikTok: @lesliemaclang 📺 YouTube: Busy Gallivanting Podcast 📩 Email: busygallivantingpodcast@gmail.com 🌍 Website: busygallivantingpodcast.com