Why Treating Mental Health Like a Checklist Is Making It Worse

New year. Same pressure to “do better.”

In this episode of Deciphering Growth, we unpack why New Year’s resolutions often fall apart—and what actually helps change stick.

We talk about momentum over motivation, why setbacks are part of growth (not failure), and how treating mental health like a productivity checklist quietly fuels burnout and shame.

If you’ve felt behind, discouraged, or stuck restarting the same goals every year—this episode is for you.