At the end of the year, we often feel pressure to look back with judgment or rush ahead with resolutions. But what if reflection was gentler — an invitation to pause, breathe, and let the year settle into meaning on its own? This piece offers a mindful, compassionate way to close the year and honor what’s been lived, learned, and felt.

Feeling drained from always saying yes? People-pleasing isn’t a flaw—it’s a pattern you can untangle. Therapy can help you reclaim your needs while staying caring and kind.