December 2024: What Lessons Are You Taking Into 2025?
Hi, Practice families!👋
Happy almost-new year! I hope that you’re all enjoying at least a little peaceful and relaxing time with family (and at least a little peaceful and relaxing time ALONE!).
I’m not really big on New Year’s resolutions, but I do like the way in which the end of one year (and beginning of another) offers the opportunity for us to pause and reflect on what we’ve learned or what’s worked for us during this past year and what we might want to take with us into the new year ahead.
This year, I’ve learned so much– about myself, about parenthood, about managing a business and running a team. Not all of those lessons have been particularly pleasant 😬– this year was a stressful and challenging one in a number of different ways– but all of those lessons have been important, and almost certainly helpful to hang on to as I move forward.
This is growth mindset in action– knowing that we can grow through what we go through– and really making an effort to take what we learn by making mistakes or managing difficult moments and doing our best to apply that knowledge as we move forward.
So, as we stare down the close of the year, let me ask you this: what’s one thing you’ve learned this year?
Check out thoughts from our team (including me!) on our Instagram, here. And consider using this question as a conversation prompt at your family dinner table this NYE!
Looking forward to continuing to learn and grow together in the new year. Sending lots of warmth and light to each and every one of you and your families this holiday season– thank you for letting me and our team at Practice be part of your and your families’ journeys!
Warmly,
Nina Kaiser, Ph.D.
Founder, Practice San Francisco
P.S.-- The power of community was one of my most important take-home messages from 2024! If you’re looking to amp up your community in 2025, please join me either for our monthly live Mighty Moms program (only a few spots remaining) or on my brand-new Substack newsletter and community, Other Mothers!
Mighty Moms Monthly Meetup
Educational Group*
Online via Google Meet
Monthly Sessions on Thursdays
Jan 16, Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 17, and May 15, 2025
12:00 - 1:00 PM PST
*This group is open to any mom, whether or not you previously participated in Mighty Moms.
Join a supportive community of moms designed to help you reflect, set goals, and navigate the year in alignment with your values—no matter what comes your way. Led by Dr. Kaiser, this unstructured, come-as-you-are group offers monthly conversations on what matters most to you, with follow-up summaries and optional resources to explore on your own time.
Other Mothers:
Real Talk, Real Tips for Moms
Coming in the new year from Dr. Nina Kaiser and Practice San Francisco-- Other Mothers, a Substack newsletter for anyone who's ever wondered how other mothers make it all work. Interviews with all kinds of moms doing all kinds of interesting things-- including their pro tips, best life hacks, AND where they may be choosing to drop the ball.
🎊 2024 in Review 🎊
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude for this incredible community. This year, we’ve been honored to walk alongside so many families, offering support through life’s challenges and celebrating progress every step of the way.💛
To the parents who trusted us, the schools and organizations that partnered with us, and the kids, tweens, and teens who showed up ready to grow—thank you for letting us be part of your journey.🌟
Here’s a look at the highlights of 2024 and the difference we’ve made together. We can’t wait to continue growing, connecting, and caring with you in 2025! 🙌
