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Babydoll’s 4 Steps to a Holistic New Year, New You in 2024

Despite the negative connotations of “New Year, New Me” statements never manifesting, as we step into 2024, many of us might be thinking about how we can make ourselves even…

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Despite the negative connotations of "New Year, New Me" statements never manifesting, as we step into 2024, many of us might be thinking about how we can make ourselves even better. Whether it's exploring new interests, getting healthier, or nurturing our relationships, we all have the power to make meaningful changes. But how can we do this in a way that feels real and authentic? Here are some extra ideas:
Spiritual Growth:
I sometimes feel like I learn the most impactful lessons and growth opportunities along my spiritual journey. Find activities that nourish your soul. It could be anything from taking nature walks to doing yoga, praying, or simply finding moments of quiet reflection. Discover what resonates with you and make it a regular part of your life.
Social Connections:
We all like to do Hoodrat stuff with our friends on occasion, and while it's important to nurture personal relationships, also consider your wider social network. Engage with your community, volunteer for causes you care about, or join groups with shared interests. It's not just about expanding your horizons, but also enriching your social experience.
Financial Well-being:
More money more problems, well the same is true for the reverse statement, Less money more problems. This year, take steps to improve your financial health. Start budgeting, saving, investing, or simply being more mindful of your spending habits. Small changes can make a big difference.
Environmentally Friendly:
I always think about my kids and all the generations that will still be here after me. One of my favorite quotes is “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” — a Greek Proverb. We have a responsibility to our planet. Make sustainable choices whenever you can, like reducing waste, recycling, or using public transportation.
Remember, holistic transformation doesn't happen overnight. It's a journey of self-discovery, growth, and continuous improvement. Any day can be the start of your personal New Year New Me. Carry these transformative vibes into all areas of your life. Imagine the possibilities and embrace the new you for the new year! I see you, sis!

Netflix New Releases for January 2024

Streaming giant Netflix has a lot of highly-anticipated movies to offer their subscribers. From comedies to grisly dramas, the streamer's January releases feature some of our favorite actors and producers. With the writers and actors strikes over, streamers and production companies are releasing projects that have been held off due to production being shut down in the latter half of 2023.

New Film and Television Series in 2024

For Netflix, one of the streamer’s highest-profile new series, 3 Body Problem, was bumped out of 2023 and into 2024. This is the first post-Game of Thrones show from creators David Benioff and Dan Weiss, arriving in the Spring. The sci-fi drama has been in the works since 2020, starring Eiza González, Benedict Wong, and Game of Thrones alums John Bradley, Liam Cunningham, and Jonathan Pryce. Additionally, the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series is just as highly anticipated for fans of the beloved original Nickelodeon animated series. It will be coming to the streamer in late February.

Sofia Vergara stars as real-life Colombian cartel boss Griselda Blanco in a miniseries, looking completely unrecognizable. In it, she creates one of the most profitable cartels in history. With six episodes that are each an hour long, Griselda creator Eric Newman said Vergara was perfect for the role "not only because she, like Griselda, is a single mother who came to America from Colombia with nothing and built an empire, but because it was unexpected of her to do. Sofia has been thought of one way, a beautiful and brilliant comedic actress, and she is so much more than that."

For the movie fanatics, Netflix has a few standout films kicking off January alone. Another standout project is Society of the Snow, the harrowing story of the Uruguayan rugby team that crash-landed in the Andes mountains in 1972. Kevin Hart offers a new comedy in a heist film, and Dan Levy directs and stars in a dramedy titled Good Grief. Coming in March, Millie Bobby Brown stars in a fantasy action movie called Damsel. Later in the month, Lindsay Lohan stars in her second rom-com, Irish Wish. April brings Zack Snyder's sequel, Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver.

Take a look below at the new additions that will be released in January 2024 on Netflix:

'Society of the Snow'

Spanish director J.A. Bayona’s thriller Society of the Snow debuts on Thursday, January 4. The film is the latest cinematic retelling of the miraculous story of the Uruguayan rugby team that crash-landed on a glacier in the heart of the Andes in 1972. The survivors join forces and become each other's best hope as they navigate their way back home, resorting to extreme measures to stay alive.

'Good Grief'

The following day on Friday, January 5, Netflix debuts dramedy Good Grief, written, directed, and starring Schitt's Creek's Dan Levy. In it, he plays a London-based artist who spends a year mourning his husband before making a startling discovery about their relationship on a trip to Paris with his best friends.

'Lift'

One week later on Friday, January, Kevin Hart stars in a plane heist comedy film called Lift. The story centers on Cyrus Whitaker (Hart), the leader of an international heist team who gets enlisted to steal $500 millions worth of gold from a mid-air passenger plane before the fortune ends up in the wrong hands. The ensemble cast includes Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Vincent D’Onofrio, Úrsula Corberó, Billy Magnussen, Jacob Batalon, Jean Reno and Sam Worthington.

'Griselda'

Sofia Vergara will shock all her Modern Family fans as she dramatically shifts away from comedy with this miniseries. Debuting on the streamer on January 25, Vergara plays the ruthless Colombian “Godmother,” Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history. The six one-hour episodes come from the creators and executive producers of Narcos and has been described as a “cousin” to those two shows.