{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"730 \u2022 I Focus On Regulation Over Resolutions - January 2026 Affirmation","description":"The holidays pass, the noise quiets, and suddenly there\u2019s a space we don\u2019t always know how to sit with. In this episode, we explore what happens after meaningful moments end, when life moves on, but something inside us hasn\u2019t caught up yet. Instead of rushing forward with resolutions or trying to force change, this conversation invites a different approach: regulation over resolution. This episode is for anyone who feels scattered, tired of restarting, or quietly aware that motivation isn\u2019t the real issue. We discuss why change doesn\u2019t begin with willpower or goals, but with learning&amp;nbsp;to stay with yourself when things get uncomfortable. If you\u2019ve ever felt like you\u2019re doing all the right things but still drifting, this episode offers a grounded pause, a return, and a reminder of who you already are beneath the noise.  \ud83d\udce9 CALL TO ACTION \u2014 BETA TESTERS WANTED I\u2019m currently building a Regulation App designed to help you pause, breathe, and return to yourself when life pulls you off center.  I\u2019m looking for a small group of beta testers who want simple, meaningful reminders to regulate instead of force change. If you\u2019re interested in being a beta tester: Email me: chris@strongwithin.com Or text me: 865-221-7239 Let me know a little about your situation, why this resonates, and how you\u2019d like to use the app. Your feedback will directly shape what this becomes.  Help Support The Strong Within Affirmation Podcast By Going To: www.strongwithin.com\/support (You can also get the transcripts there, worksheets, or other bonuses I am including with the podcast) Thanks for listening. I'm sending great energy your way as we become Strong Within together, Holistic Performance and Personal Development Coach- Chris O'Hearn My links: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/strongwithin Contact info- email: chris@strongwithin.com phone: 865-221-7239 Let\u2019s connect on social media: www.facebook.com\/thechrisohearn www.instagram.com\/thechrisohearn Music by:   Zest by basematic (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.   I Have Often Told You Stories (guitar instrumental) by Ivan Chew (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license  Location: Knoxville, Tennessee, USA but available worldwide   ","author_name":"The Strong Within Affirmation Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/strongwithinda.libsyn.com\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39609570\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/197146785"}