This first Scrolls of the New Year was such fun to put together. Whether you’re a resolution-maker or not, there’s something so hopeful about turning the page and starting a new chapter. Here you’ll find cleansing recipes for body + mind, meaningful motivators and a smattering of features and favorites to cherry pick what feels best for you. Come on in and stay a while!

meals

My friend Jen has me hooked on this easy, delicious, wonderful site for clean recipes. If you have a goal to eat more whole, nutritious foods, I know you’ll find some fresh takes to try. Might I suggest starting with this? We have always done a lentil soup on New Year’s Day to bring abundance, prosperity and health – I like this take on it with the added bonus of a detox after all of the holiday indulgences!

Adding these ingredients to our shopping list to make this dreamy mineral mocktail!

And this Wild Rice Salad with Orange Vinaigrette looks like the perfect winter starter or side.

movement

If you want to make one small shift that will have a wildly big impact on your digestion, metabolism, and will help to reduce blood sugar spikes – this is it: closely after a meal, take a 10-minute walk. It doesn’t even have to be brisk, it can be a stroll! Can’t do that? Do 30 air squats using just your body weight! Research shows this small habit helps with muscle protein synthesis, digestion, and blood sugar regulation. (Not to mention the mood boost from the endorphins!)

Women Need Sports: Here Are 9 To Start At Any Age & Why It Matters

Balance Exercises: 12 Moves to Improve Stability and Prevent Injury

7 Exercises Trainers Say You Can Skip —and Why

mindset

Jon sent me this mindset shifter last week and I haven’t stopped thinking about all of the wisdom encased in just a 10-minute lesson. I love the idea that life doesn’t truly begin until we’ve done the groundwork. And here are the gems that sparkled the most as we look ahead to a fresh start:

moments

What a magical month December was. I am hoping to take the joy of the holidays into the New Year in the form of saying yes to more family adventures, more time spent playing games at the table, more treats for neighbors and friends, more giving back to people and places close to our hearts. Less complaining, more gratitude. Less worry, more glee! PS – the wonder on Grey’s face in the 13th picture is one I hope he holds onto forever!

more

I love these 25 Acts of Kindness – setting a goal to do more of them, and more often.

I’ve heard great things about this: Swiped: The School That Banned Smartphones.

5 Immunity-Boosting Teas You’ll Want to Sip All Day Long, According to Nutritionists

Reading this right now. 10/10!

80% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail–These 12 Powerful Tips Will Guarantee Success (In my experience, #1 is the cornerstone of all of them!)

4 Ways To Strengthen Your Relationships Every Day (Even From Afar)

What’s The Hype Of Cold Plunging? Here Are The 5 Top Health Benefits

3 Transformative Ways To Unlock Joy & Embrace Authenticity (always yes to more JOY!)

Yes, There’s A Longevity Vitamin (& People Over 40 Need To Prioritize It)

7 Simple Ways to Actually Reduce Inflammation in Your Body

New Research Shows Cold Weather Changes Your Dreams–Here’s How

Do This Powerful Exercise Now to Reflect on 2024 and Reset for 2025

Joining a board game club sounds like such a fun way to meet new friends

If you’ll indulge me for just one extra minute: what lesson did you learn in 2024? And maybe if it wasn’t a big lesson, what was one little nugget that stuck with you? I would love to hear about it in the comments below, or if you’re more comfortable, shoot me an email. I am always so grateful to pocket valuable wisdom from friends!

One last thing. This one is important! Before you go making new goals and resolutions, please remember this important job: