ð COMMENT BELOW: What seed do you want to cultivate this year? Let's support each other in the comments. This New Year's meditation offers something different: permission to begin again without becoming someone else. Instead of setting rigid resolutions that lead to shame and giving up by February, this 20-minute guided practice introduces a gentler approachâcultivating seeds instead of chasing goals, and learning the art of beginning again, moment by moment. ðą What you'll experience: A honest acknowledgment of the year that passed (without toxic positivity) Why the "fresh start" myth sets us up for failure The difference between goals and seedsâand why it matters A practice for beginning again that you can use all year Science-backed insights on habit formation and self-compassion Perfect for: Anyone tired of the New Year pressure to transform People who've broken resolutions before and feel discouraged Those seeking a mindful alternative to hustle culture Meditation beginners and experienced practitioners alike No meditation experience required. Just bring yourself as you are. â° TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Arrival & Settling In 02:30 - Acknowledging What Was 06:00 - The Myth of the Fresh Start 10:30 - Planting Seeds, Not Goals 16:00 - The Practice of Beginning Again 20:00 - Closing & Integration ð§ Best experienced with headphones in a quiet space where you won't be interrupted. ðą CONNECT WITH NIKHIL: ð Subscribe for weekly mindfulness practices and talks KEYWORDS: new year meditation, guided meditation for new year, new year resolutions alternative, self compassion meditation, mindfulness practice, how to set intentions, beginning again, meditation for change, guided meditation 20 minutes, new year mindfulness, fresh start meditation, self acceptance meditation, letting go of goals, cultivating presence, mindful new year #NewYearMeditation #GuidedMeditation #Mindfulness #SelfCompassion #NewYearIntentions #MeditationPractice #BeginAgain #MindfulLiving #InnerPeace #PersonalGrowth ð COMMENT BELOW: What seed do you want to cultivate this year? Let's support each other in the comments.