New Year, New Energy — Not New Pressure
- Yobanna Fahmy
- Jan 21
- 2 min read
Every January, the world seems to shout about resolutions — strict rules, big promises, and a long list of “shoulds.” But what if we softened all of that? What if your resolutions became a wish list, not a contract you’re obligated to fulfil?
A wish list leaves room for joy, curiosity, and growth. It lets you dream without demanding perfection. And honestly, that’s exactly the mindset that makes a pole or aerial journey so much more fulfilling.
A Wish List, Not a Deadline
Instead of “I must get my invert by March,” try “I’d love to feel stronger and more confident upside down this year. "Instead of “I have to train three times a week,” try “I want to move more because it makes me feel alive.”
A wish list invites possibility. A must‑do list invites guilt. And guilt has no place in your training.

Be Kind to Yourself
Pole and aerial are beautifully humbling. Some days you fly; some days you feel like gravity has doubled. Both are normal. Both are part of the story.
Being kind to yourself means:
Celebrating tiny wins
Laughing at the fails
Resting when your body asks for it
Letting progress unfold at its own pace
Your journey is not a race. It’s a relationship with your body, your strength, and your creativity.
Enjoy the Journey
The magic of pole and aerial isn’t just in the tricks — it’s in the moments you surprise yourself, the friendships you build, the confidence that sneaks up on you, and the joy of moving in ways you never thought possible.
So this year, let your resolutions be gentle. Let them inspire you, not pressure you. Let them guide you, not judge you.
And most importantly: enjoy every moment you spend in the air or on the pole. Your journey is yours — and it’s already enough.
So to summarize, New Year, New energy - NO new pressure.




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