With it being the middle of January already, I hope you are starting to feel the energy of 2026 gently nudging its’ way into your world.
And I’m curious…
Where in your life, leadership or work are you ready to move into easeful alignment instead of effortful force?
Last time I wrote, we spoke about release — letting go of old stories, patterns, and identities that no longer fit or serve us.
And that work mattered because now, the energy is shifting.
We’ve stepped into 2026 — the Year of the Horse, and numerologically, a “ONE” year that represents the energy of initiation, leadership, and forward motion.
Where 2025 asked us to slow down and see clearly, 2026 asks something different…
Are you ready to align to a life of authenticity and wholeness? ✨
If you’re feeling ready for this shift, keep reading — I have two energies to consider and two ways to support you!
The Energy of the Horse 🐎
According to the Chinese zodiac, Horse energy doesn’t overthink or wait for perfect timing.
It moves when truth is felt in the body.
When we talk about forward movement, this is not a year of forcing or pushing harder.
It’s a year of clean momentum and action that comes from alignment and desire, not obligation and exhaustion.
Many of us are feeling a deep internal reordering right now.
Priorities are shifting, tolerance is shrinking, and a deeper truth is arising from within.
As you step more fully into the truth of this year, you are being asked to trust what your body already knows…
- To honor when it’s a clear yes — or a quiet no.
- To move out of pressure and into an inner knowing & authority.
- To act from a place of courage, authenticity and wholeness.
- To be the change we wish to see in the world.
The beginning of the Chinese New Year happens on February 17th, which is why NOW is the perfect time to explore the forward momentum and desires your heart wishes to step into over this coming year.
The Energy of A “ONE” Year: Initiation from Wisdom 🥇
From a numerology perspective, 2026 is a “ONE” year and the beginning of a new 9-year cycle — that began on the January 1st.
Here’s why this is so powerful…
A new cycle isn’t about starting over from scratch.
It’s about beginning again from clarity.
This is a year where:
- Your voice matters more than approval
- Your honest self-expression becomes essential
- You set and strengthen boundaries naturally
- You initiate instead of waiting for others
- You prioritize and care for yourself deeply
True strength comes from being authentic and real.
Sustainable momentum comes from being aligned with your power and truth. 💪
And with today being a new moon in Capricorn, this is truly the perfect moment in time to identify your intentions for operating out of power and truth.
A Simple Practice to Call in Your Power & Truth
Take yourself through the following journaling prompts within the next 24-48 hours:
- What am I truly ready to commit to this year, and what am I no longer willing to carry?
- Where am I being on hard on myself when what I actually need is structure and support?
- What responsibility feels empowering rather than draining?
- What do I want to build that reflects who I am becoming, not who I used to be?
Once complete, place one hand on your heart and one on your belly. Then breathe in slowly and ask yourself…
“What’s ONE small action I can take to step into my power and truth?”.
Once you’ve identified the action, say out loud:
“I trust myself to move into my authenticity and wholeness.”
This is how momentum (and stars) are born. 🤩
And one final reminder…
2025 helped you release what was no longer you.
2026 invites you to run toward who you REALLY are.
You’re not starting over, you’re restarting from a place of deep wisdom and courage.
With all of this in mind, I want to offer you TWO WAYS to step forward in 2026.
First, join my Brave-hearted Sisterhood Wisdom circle for FREE this coming Wednesday, 1/21 from 12- 1 pm.
If you’re craving clarity and shared wisdom that only comes in community, we’ll be identifying and sharing our deepest burning desire for 2026 during this month’s circle.
To join us and claim your FREE circle, simply respond back to me on email with the phrase “CIRCLE” by midnight on Tuesday, 1/20 to receive the connection details.
Second, I’ve got something very special coming for you in February! 😎
If you’re ready for deeper reclamation, embodied change and a chance to come back home to yourself this year, Reclamation is a 5-day online journey for women ready to reclaim the way they live, lead and work – without losing themselves in the process.
During this guided mini-journey, you’ll explore how to…
✨ Identify patterns of burnout, sacrifice and drain
✨ Live, lead, and work from a place of power and truth
✨ Restore your energy without letting any balls drop
✨ Be of impact without losing yourself in the process
You’ll also be able to attend 2 x live group coaching sessions throughout the week!
PLUS, as a member of my community, I want to give you access to the following “VIP” benefit…
🎁 75% OFF Your Registration! 🎁
Only available to those in my community who register for Reclamation on or before midnight on Saturday, 1/31, simply enter coupon code “VIP75” to receive 75% OFF your registration.
Starting 2/1, the price will go back up to $99 to participate in the 5-day journey!
👉 Click HERE to register and be sure to mark your calendars for Reclamation the week of February 9 – 13th!
And I promise you…
With the combined magic of the circle and the mini-journey in place, you’ll gain the clarity and momentum needed to step FULLY into your power and truth in 2026.💎
With a promise of what lies ahead and belief in what you’re becoming…
Jess Bonasso, also known as The Self Rescue Goddess, is the founder & CEO of Brave Life Consulting, a women-led company committed to the growth, healing & evolution of all women.
After experiencing burnout & a midlife crisis in her early 30’s, Jess committed to her own self-rescue and then later developed the Brave-Hearted Way, a simpler, easier way for women who lead to skyrocket their success by elevating their happiness, health, and wealth without sacrifice!
Today, she lives a deeply fulfilling life and has a thriving business that empowers women who lead to reclaim their time, energy and emotional bandwidth so they can create well-nourished lives and careers they love.
With over 20 years’ worth of expertise in alternative & mind-body healing, Jess has an in-depth knowledge of the Enneagrampersonality system and is as an accredited practitioner of The Journey Method®, giving her the trauma-informed expertise & therapeutic skills to support you in unraveling the root cause of anything that stands in the way of your happiness, health, or wealth.
She is also a published co-author of 2 books & keynote speaker who speaks for organizations, conferences & on podcasts regularly!
Jumpstart your own self-rescue TODAY with a FREE Self-Rescue Quiz + Roadmap!
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