Connection Is the Habit That Actually Sticks

Hey friend,

Okay, real talk, this week between Christmas and New Year's feels like a pause in the matrix 😅

Not hustle mode. Not goal-setting mode. Just… existential winter limbo.

So instead of pushing productivity or pretending we're about to reinvent our lives in January, I want to offer you one habit that actually fits this season.

And no,
it's not cold plunges, 5am wakeups, or sunlight at dawn in the dead of winter (because same… I'm not doing that either 😂).

The Habit That Works Right Now

Pick one healthy habit… and do it with a friend.

That's it.

But here's why it's way more powerful than it sounds.

From Solo Goals to Shared Wins

Instead of:

• "I should start walking"

• "I should eat better"

• "I should get back into workouts"

Try:

• Walking once a week with a friend

• Meeting a friend for a workout instead of coffee

• Cooking one healthy meal together

• Checking in weekly just to say, "Did you do the thing?"

Because health doesn't stick in isolation.

The 2026 Prediction: Connection Is Back

And honestly… I have a strong prediction for 2026:

People are craving real connection again.

Less endless scrolling. Less dating apps that go nowhere. More IRL moments. More shared experiences. More presence.

We're already seeing it:

• More people choosing walks over drinks

• More small gatherings instead of big noisy scenes

• More wellness events, retreats, and community spaces

• More conversations that actually go somewhere

Why?

Because your nervous system doesn't regulate through likes.

It regulates through connection.

The Science of Connection

Science backs this up:

• Strong social connections lower stress hormones

• They improve immune function

• They reduce anxiety and depression

• They even increase longevity

We are wired to heal, grow, and stay consistent together.

This Week's Move

So, this week, don't pressure yourself to "start fresh."

Just reach out to one person.

Text them. Make a plan. Invite them into something that supports both of you.

That one move alone can change how this next year feels.

A Thank You + A Gift

And before we close out this year, I want you to know how grateful I am.

Thank you for being here. For supporting me. For riding through the ups and downs with me.

It truly means more than you know 🤍

As a thank-you, I'd love to offer you a free 15-minute health strategy session as we head into the new year, just a grounded, real conversation to help you move forward with clarity.

No pressure. No salesy stuff. Just support.

I may also have a little freebie coming your way soon

If you want the session, just reply to this email or message me back at X or Instagram and I'll take care of the rest.

Tee McConnell
Founder, The Human Side of Innovation™
Peak Performance by Tee