Episode 9 - Choosing Better: Reflections on 2025 and Intentions for 2026

Описание: PrimeSpan Podcast — Episode 9



Purpose, Pressure, and Gratitude: Reflecting on 2025 and Setting Intentions for 2026



As a new year begins, this episode of the PrimeSpan Podcast intentionally slows things down.



In this reflective conversation, Adam Dimacali-Venturina, Kassandra Aragon, and Allyson Fujii look back on the experiences that shaped 2025 — the challenges, the growth, and the people who made the journey possible. The discussion explores pressure, doubt, leadership, identity shifts, and what changes when time feels more precious, especially while balancing family, work, and responsibility.



Rather than focusing on resolutions or rigid goals, the episode centers on intention. Each voice names a guiding theme they’re carrying into 2026 and one commitment they’re choosing to protect moving forward. The result is an honest, grounded conversation about progress, pressure, gratitude, and the value of reflection as a tool for living well.



Key Themes & Takeaways




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The role of gratitude and support systems during challenging seasons




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How pressure can act as useful information rather than something to avoid




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Why doubt is a normal part of growth and change




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Leadership as collaboration, not having all the answers




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How identity evolves as life circumstances shift




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Choosing intention over perfection when planning what’s next






2026 Intentions




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Allyson: Growth, supported by clearer boundaries around time and energy




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Kassandra: Liberation, paired with strong personal boundaries




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Adam: Discipline, honoring time as the most limited resource






Reflection Prompts




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What from 2025 are you most grateful for, and who supported you along the way?




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What single theme do you want 2026 to be about?




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What’s one small habit you could commit to this week to support that intention?






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