Spring Mindset Reset: How to Stop Overthinking and Actually Reach Your Goals
Megan Devito
Helping Women in Their 40s Stop Overthinking & Feel Confident | Coffee Lover, Swim Coach & ??? Host of "More Than Anxiety" ??
I don't know about you but my motivation and energy tanks during the winter. I've shared on LinkedIn that I start counting the extra minutes of daylight on December 22nd.
And here we are, in the very first days of March and I can feel myself coming back to life.
Maybe you can too.
If you suddenly have more energy, more motivation, and maybe even a little extra patience, it's not a coincidence; it’s science.
Bring on the Spring Energy!
If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like the excitement you had for your goals in January has completely disappeared, it makes sense.
Truthfully, winter isn’t an easy time to create big changes.
Animals hibernate, it's dark, and everything around us is on pause, but we throw out resolutions and "new year, new me" goals with actual confetti.
But now?
The world is waking up, and so can you.
It's time for a spring mindset reset!
Spring is the season of renewal, fresh starts, and forward momentum.
So if you’re ready for the cabin fever to break and want to finally start making progress toward those goals you set back in January, keep reading.
This post will show you how to use the energy of spring to reset, refocus, and take action.
Why Spring Naturally Boosts Motivation: The Spring Mindset Reset
More daylight = more motivation
Longer days mean more sunlight, and that extra daylight increases the feel-good chemicals serotonin and dopamine in your body. These chemicals help you focus, feel energized, and stay motivated.
Nature resets your nervous system
Spending time outside reduces stress, lowers cortisol (your stress hormone), and helps you feel calm. If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of overthinking, taking a short walk outside can help you break that cycle.
Green means growth
Just like trees and flowers come back to life in the spring, you might notice you feel inspired and motivated too. The changing season is a biological reset and the perfect time to revisit the goals you've forgotten about or put off.
Take a moment to think about a time when you felt stressed or anxious, then went outside. How did you feel afterward?
Now, imagine if you didn’t wait until you were overwhelmed and anxious to take advantage of fresh air and sunshine. You can actually lower your daily cortisol levels just by spending more time outside.
(Bonus points if you leave your phone and AirPods in the house!)
Spring Is the Real New Year
January comes with so much pressure to set resolutions and change your life overnight, but winter is meant for resting and restoration.
It’s cold, dark, and slow-moving.
Spring, though?
This is when you’re naturally wired to create, grow, and take action.
If you set a goal in January but haven’t made the progress you wanted, that doesn’t mean you failed. It just means the conditions weren’t right yet.
Think of your goals like tulip bulbs or seeds. Just because you couldn’t see them growing underground doesn’t mean they weren’t alive. They’ve been waiting for the right moment to stretch, push up from the dirt, and bloom.
And now that spring is right around the corner, it’s time for them and you to grow.
You just need some sunshine, attention, and the right support to make it happen.
3 Steps to Reset & Take Action on Your Goals
If you're ready to wake up your goals with spring energy, here’s how to start:
Reassess
What goal did you set in January that still matters to you?
If it doesn’t feel exciting or aligned anymore, maybe it needs a tweak.
Adjust
What’s one small step you can take now?
If your goal was to exercise more, maybe the gym felt impossible, but a walk outside feels doable (and actually enjoyable).
Recommit
Decide you’re in. No more second-guessing. This doesn’t mean you have to do everything at once. Small steps will get you to your goals with less overwhelm and overthinking.
Why Support Makes the Biggest Difference
If you’ve ever tried to do something completely on your own, whether it’s a big career move, a health goal, or just building confidence, you know how easy it is to get stuck.
You second-guess yourself.
You get caught in overthinking.
You lose motivation because no one’s there to keep you going.
That’s exactly why coaching makes all the difference.
Because when you have support, you don’t just start something; you finish it.
If you’re tired of spinning in overwhelm and indecision, waiting for motivation to magically
show up, or feeling like you should be further along, I have two ways I can help you:
Join Ambitious Overthinkers Anonymous (AOA)
AOA is my group coaching membership where we tackle stress, anxiety, and overthinking together. It’s supportive, motivating, and full of women just like you who are ready to grow together. You can join HERE https://megandevito.wixstudio.com/megan-devito
Work with me 1:1
If you want personalized coaching, we’ll take your specific challenges and create a plan that works for you. No more second-guessing, just real changes that last.
Learn more about working with me one on one: www.megandevito.com/workwithme
Ready to Get Unstuck? Let’s Find Out What’s Holding You Back.
If you're feeling drained from overthinking, perfectionism, or people-pleasing, it's not because you’re doing something wrong. It’s because your brain has been running in overdrive trying to do everything without a real plan.
That’s why I created the Boundaries & Balance Audit, to help you see exactly what’s keeping you stuck and find a first step forward.
This isn’t a sales call. It’s a judgment-free space where we’ll:
? Identify where stress and overwhelm are draining your energy
? Get clear on what’s keeping you from moving forward
? Map out your next best step toward balance and confidence
Spring is almost here.
The world is waking up. And this? This is your season to grow!
CLICK HERE to schedule a BOUNDARIES AND BALANCE Audit
What's Coming Up This Week
MONDAY
This week in Ambitious Overthinkers Anonymous, you’ll learn how to set goals that are attainable, challenging, and right for YOU! No judgement on what you “should” do, only following your heart, finding your values and purpose, and taking one baby step forward. Join us at noon, EST.
TUESDAY
It’s Podcast Day! Head on over to whever you listen to your podcasts to check out More than Anxiety Episode 130 where you’ll hear all about spring energy and how you can use nature to calm anxiety, grow your creativity, and find motivation.
WEDNESDAY
It’s group coaching day in AOA! Join me at 3:00 pm EST for live group coaching on Zoom. You don’t have to turn on your camera if you’re not comfortable yet, just come, bring some paper and pen, and get coached.
Want to be in the HOT SEAT? (1:1 coaching where the group gets to learn with you), reply to this email and let me know!
THURSDAY
Read my blog post to read more about how spring helps boost your motivation, focus, and energy and learn 3 steps to wake up your goals with spring energy.
FRIDAY
Psst… go outside the come back in and tell me how amazing you felt over in the forum on AOA. Sharing your experience helps other people fell inspired to do the same, and it gives you a little extra boost of feel good!
SATURDAY
Are you more of a video fan than blogs and podcasts? I get it and I’ve got you covered. You can catch the video version of this week’s podcast on YouTube at 2:00 pm EDT Saturday.
P.S. Momentum is easier when you have support. Having someone to help you sort through the noise, clear the mental clutter, and take action (without second-guessing yourself) makes all the difference. DM me to find out if 1:1 or my group coaching program is the best next step for you.
<3 Megan
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1 周I know I can feel that energy coming back for sure - temperatures are rising - yayyyy ?? Megan Devito
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2 周That spring feeling can't be beat!
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2 周Got those same flowers blooming up in our yard right now Megan Devito
Helping Women in Their 40s Stop Overthinking & Feel Confident | Coffee Lover, Swim Coach & ??? Host of "More Than Anxiety" ??
2 周I'm about to go out and cut some branches from my pussy willow bush and put up an Easter tree. I'm so ready for the grass to get green and to see more daylight and to be able to work outside on my patio table again. If you're ready to have a starting place and know exactly what needs your attention to grow this spring, join me on a Balance and Boundaries audit. It only takes about 30 minutes and it's super insightful. You can message me to ask questions or pick a time that works for you here. www.calendly.com/10000swords/audit
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