Pop the Bubbly: New year, new us?

<p>Welcome back to <strong>Bubbly &amp; Blazers</strong> — the podcast for ambitious women navigating work, life, wellness, friendships, and everything in between. In this New Year follow-through episode, Ainsley Kaesmodel and Shayla McLean check in on how 2026 is <em>actually</em> going now that January is nearly over (and somehow feels like it’s been 8 weeks long).</p><p>We talk realistic goal setting, staying motivated when life throws curveballs (sickness, chaos, low-energy winter days), and why mindset matters more than perfection. Shayla shares her 2026 words of the year — <strong>focus, aligned, discipline</strong> — plus her sticky-note calendar planning system that keeps goals and fun plans from falling off the radar. Ainsley opens up about rebuilding confidence, resetting after a messy start, and shifting your mentality when you feel behind.</p><p>Expect cozy winter vibes, a little accountability, a lot of laughter, and practical reminders that you don’t need a “perfect” January to have a great year.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li><p>New Year intentions vs. real life (when January derails you)</p></li><li><p>How to reset after getting sick or losing momentum</p></li><li><p>Mindset shifts, self-confidence, and “the why” behind your goals</p></li><li><p>Accountability tips that don’t involve hustle culture</p></li><li><p>Planning joy in winter: skiing, friend hangs, and staying social</p></li></ul><p><strong>Follow Bubbly &amp; Blazers</strong> for new episodes.<br></p><p>Tell us: how is your 2026 starting - strong momentum or “January fog”?</p>