Hi!
January is often when people take a closer look at their habits—what they want to change, what they want to keep, and where they may have been holding themselves back. New Year’s resolutions tend to focus on goals like speaking up more honestly, improving health, finding love, or building stronger relationships... but most don’t fail for lack of motivation—they fail because they aren’t designed to be sustainable. Real change starts with self-awareness and realistic strategies that can actually hold up over time.
In this issue, I’m sharing my blog on why most resolutions fail (and how to set goals that actually last), recent media conversations on free speech and self-censorship, and a January poll about what you’re prioritizing this year. My hope is that these tools help you move into 2026 with more clarity, confidence, and follow-through. 💬🧠
Warm regards,
Dr. Chloe Carmichael, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Praise for Dr. Chloe's Books 💬📘
"Can I Say That? is a courageous, eye-opening guide that dismantles the myth of words as violence, offering practical tools to reclaim free speech with confidence. Dr. Carmichael’s blend of psychological insight and real-world examples makes this a must-read for anyone seeking authentic connection in a divided world." Daniel G. Amen, MD Author of Change Your Brain Every Day, 12-Time New York Times Bestselling Author  | |
“Anxiety and stress are the number one epidemic of modern civilization. Frequently stressed people find themselves at the pinnacle of success at the cost of unhappy lives, fractured relationships, and unhealthy bodies. If ‘high energy’ people learnt to harness their energy to go beyond reactive responses to modes of intuition, creativity, and emotional resilience, they would achieve even more by doing less and be happier and healthier. This book offers the tools they need.” Dr. Deepak Chopra Founder, The Chopra Foundation, World-renowned Speaker, New York Times Bestselling Author  | |
"A Must Read. Women and Men of all ages would benefit." Dr. Judith Zackson Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Director, and Founder of Greenwich Psychology Group  | |
If you’ve read Can I Say That?, Nervous Energy, or Dr. Chloe’s 10 Commandments of Dating, your voice matters. ⭐ Ratings and reviews help these tools reach people who truly need them.
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Your Voice Matters: January Check-In📩
January is when many people rethink what they want to change—and what they want to sustain.
👉 Which goal are you most focused on actually sticking with this year?
Why Most Resolutions Fail—and What Works Instead
Most New Year’s resolutions don’t fail because of laziness—they fail because they’re built on unrealistic expectations and all-or-nothing thinking.
In my blog, “What We Can Learn From Failed Resolutions + Tips For Setting Sustainable Goals,” I break down why resolutions so often collapse—and how to set goals that actually support long-term change, whether you’re working on communication, health, or relationships. 🧠✨
RECENT MEDIA FEATURES
 UK Column: Jerm Warfare Podcast (South Africa) Chloe Carmichael on the Dangers of Self-Censorship | |
 The Mindful Movement Podcast The Consequences of Suppressing Free Speech w/ Dr. Chloe Carmichael | |
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