🌱 Small Shifts, Big Change: Rebuilding Life Through Habits (4-Week Series)

“What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I stick with anything?” If you’ve ever had that thought, you’re not alone. It’s not you. It’s your system.

It’s not about trying harder—it’s about making it easier.

💧 A single drop creates a ripple. 💦
A tiny shift, repeated, can change everything. 🌊

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Many of us try to make big changes—especially after a life transition like separation or divorce—and find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged.

This 4-week series takes a different approach.

Instead of pushing harder, we’ll explore how to:

• Start small (really small)
• Build habits that actually stick
• Work with your natural tendencies instead of against them
• Shift not just behaviors, but patterns of thought and emotion

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🧭 What We’ll Explore Together

Week 1 (May 6): Tiny Changes, Real Hope
Why small works—and how to start in a way that feels doable

Week 2 (May 13) : Make It Easy, Make It Stick
Why habits fail—and how to design them so they fit into your real life

In Week 2, we’ll focus on making habits easier instead of trying harder. Small adjustments—like attaching a habit to something you already do or reducing friction—can make all the difference. You’ll experiment with simple ways to redesign your habits so they fit naturally into your day and feel sustainable over time.

Week 3 (May 20): Why We Get Stuck (and What Helps)
Understanding accountability and what kind of support works for you

Week 4 (May 27): Habits of Thought & Emotion
Shifting the inner patterns that shape how you feel and respond

Each session includes:

• Short, practical teaching
• A brief video clip to bring ideas to life
• Simple, in-the-moment exercises (no homework pressure)
• Group reflection and discussion

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📅 Join Anytime

While the series builds week to week, each session can also stand on its own. Come to one or join us for the full journey.

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💛 This is for you if:

• You feel stuck or overwhelmed trying to make changes
• You’ve “started over” more times than you can count
• You want a gentler, more sustainable way forward
• You’re open to experimenting with small steps

You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You don’t need to be motivated.
You just need a place to begin.

✨ Come as you are. Start where you are.
Small shifts can create big change.

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🔹 About the Group

This is a relationship support meeting with a mix of learning and sharing. You’re always welcome to connect, reflect, and grow—at your own pace.

✨ All are welcome — regardless of relationship status, timeline, or background. Come for the insights, stay for the connection. ❤️

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Our Meeting Agenda:

• Introductions
• Video(s) or Talk (30-45 minutes)
• Group Discussion (15 minutes)
• Bio Break
• Confidential Sharing* (45 minutes)

*We ask attendees to have their cameras on for confidential sharing time.

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💌 A Little Support Goes a Long Way

If you’re finding value in these gatherings, we invite you to consider a $20 monthly contribution to help support:

• Our paid Zoom account
• Our Meetup Subscription
• Weekly preparation, curation, and handouts
• Ongoing care of this growing community

Venmo: @Amy-Papazian (last 4 digits: 8444)
10% of each donation supports New Beginnings — our volunteer-led community creating friendship, fun, and fresh experiences.

🤗 Thank you in advance – whether you give now, later, or simply keep showing up, you help make this group special. 💕

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☎️ If you need immediate relationship support, please book a free strategy session with Amy Papazian, Divorce Coach, or call/text 650.504.8444.

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