No Mojo? There's A Reason

Every year it happens.

We set goals the beginning of January. We feel hopeful. We promise ourselves this will be the year things change.
And then somewhere around mid-January, the energy fades.

The motivation dips.
The excitement quiets.
And people start wondering what’s wrong with them.

Here’s what I want you to hear today:

There may be nothing wrong with you at all.

We live in a world that loves January goals, but our bodies — and nature — aren’t actually wired for big forward motion right now.

Think about it.

The trees aren’t budding yet.
The days are still short.
The mornings are darker.

In nature, this is a time of rest, not acceleration.

There’s research around seasonal rhythms that supports this — lower daylight affects energy, mood, and motivation. It’s why this time of year is often associated with slower movement, deeper rest, and reflection. Our internal clocks respond to light and season whether we acknowledge it or not.

So when you feel tired, unmotivated, or behind, it’s not always a discipline problem.

Sometimes it’s a rhythm issue.

We ask ourselves to push when our systems are still recovering. We expect momentum before there’s light. We want clarity before things have fully thawed.

And then we judge ourselves for it.

But here’s the hopeful part.

If you’ve ever noticed how different things feel by March — the light lasts longer, the air shifts, the smallest signs of spring start to show — that’s not in your head. There’s a reason energy often returns then.

Which means this season isn’t a failure.
It’s a pause.

A quieter stretch meant for steadying, not sprinting.

So if your goals feel heavy right now, maybe they don’t need to be abandoned.
Maybe they just need to wait.

This time of year might be better for small steps, gentle habits, and paying attention to what you actually need — instead of forcing momentum that isn’t ready yet.

You’re not behind.
You’re still in winter.

And winter has a purpose.