The Hard Truth About What Really Matters (And How I’m Staying Optimistic) ❤️🌿

The New Year is here, but this one feels different. In this video, I share the hard truth about why I’m not feeling the usual excitement or hope—and why that’s okay. Instead of big resolutions, I’m focusing on small, meaningful habits: waking up early before the house stirs, journaling, working with my hands, and reconnecting with nature 🌿.

We turn those reflections into action by completing a year-long project: our shed. From hanging family heirlooms that carry deep meaning to building a plant shelf and turning this space into a workshop and creative escape, this is about creating something that truly matters.

If you’re feeling the weight of this season or searching for ways to find peace and purpose, I hope this video resonates with you. Life is full of new opportunities—sometimes, we just need to slow down and pay attention. ❤️

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[MikeyLegard]

the last 2 months have been so off for me idk.. But we stay strong and positive even if were tired..exhausted! time to step up.

[newman]

I'm feeling you, Matt. As I've gotten older the new year fills me with a sense of foreboding. People approach the new year predicting and prophesying their goals and things they wish to accomplish. And they are confident and act as if they are in control of every eventuality. But the fact of the matter is there's an opposite side to that coin. The new year may not be a good one. For example, I never contemplated that when the year 2021 began that it would be the last year I share with my mother. So I always approach the new year with caution and reverence, because of what may or may not happen. The truth is we don't know what the new year will bring. All we can do is take it one day at a time. Expect the best, but prepare for the worst. Because like Forest Gump said, " life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you gonna get "

[chilland]

I needed to watch this video this morning. I've been resisting the rut that I have been in. I am slowly unclogging the drain by getting back to basics: healthier eating, walks, nature, organizing, and cleaning.

[dmodesm]

Thanks for being so vulnerable and honest, Matt. I was honestly dreading 2025 as it approached. Everything feels just so heavy. I am spending days with those I love the most, loving on them and letting them know they are loved. I’m going to be very intentional that way. P.S. Love seeing the stache back!

[josepha]

I think sometimes it's important to just meet yourself where you're at and accept yourself right as you are in that moment and not try and force yourself to be x, y & z.

[cassantos]

I feel very much like you do 2024 was a year of dissapointment and pain, I lost my love of 33 years after a failed spinal surgery. That has been life changing and soul wrenching. My outlook is one day at a time continue to deal with my loss and do what my soulmate would have wanted me to do, I have to honor him by living my best life possible. Thanks for your words of inspiration and hope. Love you guys.

[maggiemacha]

Happy New Year to you two beautiful people and your family ♥️ Wishing you a year overflowing with love laughter and good health 🙏🏼

[peggyesquibel]

I feel where you’re coming from Matt! I do think the current state of the country and what the future holds is a part of my uncertainty, but it goes beyond that and I can’t quite put my finger on it. I feel restless. I guess I need to sit with the feelings and see what happens. And, as you said, there are always positive, good things that are within our control to look forward to! Thanks for sharing, it helps to know I’m not the only one feeling this way! Now on to the shed, it looks great! You guys always find a way to add a personal touch to your projects that make them feel well, personal and homey and I love that! Cheers to a prosperous New Year 2025! Much love and big hugs!✌🏽

[starclone]

Happy New Year to you, Blue, and the kids !!!! 😊❤❤❤❤

[NormanAllan]

So nice to seeing your perspectives to life are so positive in spite of all the challenges.

[fredvomlehn]

Happy New Year to you all!!! We will get through this!

[lelandpeck]

Your workshop, storage shed looks really great, guys! Matt, I appreciated your thoughts at the beginning of the video. I think the world situation has something to do with how we feel. Anyway, my wish for you and your family is that this will be the best year ever. Happy New Year, guys!!

[Dragonmoon]

Happy New Year. The shed looks amazing. You two did a wonderful job.😁

[dugald]

Happy new year. I hope the new year brings as much as possible that gives you all joy, and that the fears that people hold regarding the state of the world are not met as badly as some might imagine.

[bobart]

Self care is important preparation for one’s interaction with others, especially with family. What better family than yours Matt & Blue. I, too, enjoy getting up in the morning and walk my dog around the neighborhood and exchanging greetings with passers by. Then working in my garden only to be greeted by my bird friends, especially the hummingbirds and cactus wrens. Yes, we do have conversations. I enjoyed your thoughtful video. A great way to begin my morning today. 👨‍❤️‍👨🥰

[Thefloridarepublic]

It's going to be a great New Year!!

[bonblue]

No matter what is going on in the world, we all need to stay within ourselves and find the love and peace that is who we really are. I wish you and your family a new year full of hope, discovery, fun and joy.

[robschrader]

Happy New Year, boys. 😊 I absolutely love seeing life through your eyes. Thanks so much for sharing it. ❤

[robertveal]

Happy New Year to you, and Family. May it be blessed with good health to you, and your family. ❤❤🎉

[nealwhaley]

You don’t need to explain the feeling you’re having about the New Year. We understand and are right there with you.