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Small Joys for a Big New Year
Simple Ways to Start January Right
January always feels a bit like opening a fresh new notebook: The pages are clean, the possibilities are wide open, and the only limit is how many good ideas you can fit inside. However, while some people jump into the new year with big plans and massive goals, I just don’t see January as a race to become a completely new person. It’s simply an invitation to build a year you’ll enjoy living. Consider starting small. Often, the little things make the biggest difference in how we feel each day: the small joys that brighten your routine, energize your day, and remind you that big happiness often grows from tiny moments. Rediscover a simple daily joy. I try to start my day with gratitude, and nothing is too small. I recently thanked our Heavenly Father for the toasty car I drive to
work in. But it could also be stepping outside for an invigorating moment of clean, cold morning air or making your favorite warm drink before the day gets busy. Even a tiny moment, like listening to your favorite song, can turn an ordinary morning into a brighter one. These small joys don’t take much time, but they can help set a calm and upbeat tone for the day. Make space for small wins. Instead of resolving to overhaul your life completely, pick one quick task each day that you know you can finish. It might be as simple as writing a thank-you note or organizing your junk drawer. Finishing something, no matter how small, gives your brain a satisfying sense of progress. Over time, these small wins build momentum and make larger goals feel less intimidating. Reconnect with the things and people who lift you up. Plan a visit with a friend, send a funny photo to a family member, or find a way to serve the less fortunate in a manner that’s meaningful to you. Positive connections warm up even the coldest days and remind us that we aren’t alone. Look for small joys outside. Winter may be chilly, but it offers its own kind of magic. Enjoy the quiet that seems to settle over everything this time of year. Even a quick walk can refresh your mind and give you a new perspective.
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As we enter another new year, there’s no better time to adjust your daily habits to help you become the healthiest version of yourself mentally and physically.
something, and incorporate some movement into your mornings. It will be hard initially, but you’ll feel the benefits within a few weeks.
Diet and exercise matter. This is probably not news to you, but we can’t downplay the importance of diet and exercise. Listen to your body; it will tell you what it needs. Many people fall into the trap of overeating without realizing it or starving themselves when they want to lose weight, but this won’t make them feel good. Eat when your body tells you to, stick to a healthy diet, and find time for exercise. You need to find ways to motivate yourself, especially when you want to stay in bed and stick to comfort foods. Your body will thank you.
Here are three strategies you can incorporate into your New Year’s expectations and resolutions that will help ensure 2026 is your healthiest year yet!
Start every day strong. Many Americans fall into the same routines year after year, and most are dangerous for their overall well-being. They stay up too late, wake up to an alarm a few hours later, scramble to get ready, and jump in the car as soon as possible to get to work. Your morning routine sets the tone for your day. If you’re in a hurry every morning, you will feel rushed and exhausted. Give yourself ample time in the morning to take care of yourself and some simple chores. Make your bed, have a glass of water, take good care of your hygiene, eat Drink more water. How much water do you drink each day? The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that men should drink about 15.5 cups of fluids daily and women should drink 11.5 cups. If you aren’t hitting these numbers, it’s time to adjust. Start and finish each day with a glass of water. Walk around with a refillable bottle. Staying hydrated will help your body function much better. CLIENT TESTIMONIALS “My sister and I called up looking for legal advice. What we got was a five-star experience. Our legal issue wasn’t something that was in his firm’s wheelhouse. Instead of saying, ‘Sorry, I can’t help you,’ he provided guidance and direction. He also answered as many of our questions as he possibly could. I can’t recommend him enough.”
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“I have been working with Holland & Usry for about a year now, and what a pleasure it has been. Since my accident happened, they have been there every step of the way for me, answering all my question and helping me understand things. Rob and Rose and their whole team are great. They stop whatever they are doing to help me whenever I call. I am able to recover in peace knowing they are taking care of me. I cannot thank them all enough.”
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From Motorcycle Accident to Maximum Settlement AUSTIN’S JOURNEY
A few years ago, I had the privilege of representing Austin, a 24-year-old Marine Corps veteran who suffered catastrophic injuries in a motorcycle crash near Spartanburg. He had just returned from service in Japan and was starting a nursing degree at University of South Carolina Upstate. The Crash Details On July 12, 2022, just after noon, Austin rode through a green light on Highway 296 when a driver turning left failed to yield and struck him head-on. A witness reported that the impact threw him about 20 yards. Austin recalls seeing sky and pavement, screaming, and realizing his left big toe had been torn off. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, and his motorcycle was totaled. The Extent of His Injuries Austin’s injuries were profound. He spent a week in the hospital, followed by 11 days in a rehabilitation facility. His medical issues included:
• A traumatic avulsion of the left big toe requiring amputation • A fractured left hip • A shattered left leg • A fracture of the T1 spinous process With significant medical bills and a permanent injury, Austin and his mother decided he needed legal help. The Details of His Case Austin was referred to us by one of our former motorcycle clients, a source of referrals we value deeply. I met him at the hospital to answer his questions. He interviewed several lawyers before deciding whom to hire, and I encouraged him to take the time he needed. A few days later, he chose our firm. We gathered crash evidence, analyzed his medical records, and spent considerable time learning how these injuries affected his daily life. However, the most important step, and one Austin hadn’t anticipated, involved locating insurance coverage.
South Carolina requires only $25,000 in liability coverage, an amount far too small for injuries this severe. Fortunately, the at- fault driver carried $100,000. We then uncovered two layers of underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage: $25,000 on Austin’s own policy and another $25,000 through his grandmother’s policy because he lived with her. Many riders don’t realize they can access UIM coverage from household family members, but South Carolina law allows it. In the end, we secured the full $150,000 available. We also worked to reduce the reimbursement owed to Austin’s health insurer, leaving him with significantly more compensation than he expected.
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KOREAN GROUND BEEF
Ingredients
Sauce • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce • 1 tbsp honey, or a liquid sugar- free sweetener • 1 tsp cornstarch • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Stir Fry • 2 tbsp avocado oil
“The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways.” –Proverbs 14:8 “You are saved by God’s grace through His faithfulness. This salvation is God’s gift. It’s not something you did that you can be proud of.” –Ephesians 2:8-9, Common English Bible
• 1 lb lean ground beef, 85/15 • 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced • 1 tbsp fresh ginger root, minced Finishing Touches • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
Directions 1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. 2. In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles as you cook, about 5 minutes. 3. Drain the beef and return it to the skillet. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. 4. Stir sauce into the beef, then cook for 2 more minutes, until heated through and the sauce thickens. 5. Off heat, drizzle the dish with sesame oil, sprinkle with sliced green onions, and serve over white rice (if desired).
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INSIDE this issue 1. Little Daily Joys Shape a Happier 2026
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2. Make 2026 Your Healthiest Year Yet
Client Testimonials 3. The Legal Battle Behind a $150,000 Motorcycle Accident Settlement Korean Ground Beef 4. Tiny Paws, Big Rescue: Kitten Helps Man Survive Mountain Ordeal
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Kitten Keeps Trapped Climber Alive in Mountain Blizzard
Trapped in an icy mountain ravine, soaked and nearly frozen, 28-year-old Vladislav Duda contemplated what he feared would be the last night of his life. Escape from the ravine, more than 430 yards deep, was out of the question. Suffering from fatigue as hypothermia set in, Duda believed only one thing separated him from death: the furry warmth of his months- old kitten, Peach, huddled against his chest beneath his coat. Duda, a Ukrainian journalist, had undertaken a perilous journey in late 2024 across the Carpathian Mountains into Romania to avoid being drafted to fight in Ukraine’s war against Russia. Four days earlier, he had run out of food for his cat and himself, and they were surviving on icy water from melted snow. Rescue workers from a regional mountain team had tried to reach Duda by helicopter,
but hazardous blizzard conditions forced them to turn back. Instead, more than a dozen ground workers battled through deep snow in 14-degree temperatures into the ravine. When they finally reached Duda, they opened his coat and found the tiny orange tabby kitten curled against Duda’s chest. “The cat was warm, and was warming him,” Dan Benga, director of the Maramures
ambulance, Duda begged them, “Please take care of the cat.” When Duda was rescued, he was one of roughly 160 Ukrainian men saved while crossing the mountains to avoid the draft. Sixteen others died trying. The rescue was “like a dream, after all I have been through,” Duda said. “Peach kept my heart warm, and he kept my faith alive.” Duda was treated for hypothermia at a nearby hospital. Peach was taken to a veterinary clinic nearby and, at last report, survived the ordeal in good health.
Mountain Rescue Service, told The Associated Press. “He saved his life.”
Asked if he was okay, Benga says that Duda told his rescuers, “I’m happy because my cat is alive. I got a chance from God for a new life. The happiest moment is because the cat is here with me.” Although climbing out of the ravine took more than five hours, Duda held Peach close to his chest the entire way. Forced to turn the kitten over to rescue workers when he was placed in an
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