As we move into 2026, many people are trying to do more but feeling worse. Low energy, poor sleep, rising stress, and constant self-optimization are becoming the norm.

In this episode of Mindful Paths, Nick Day and Hari Kalymnios explore a more sustainable way forward. They unpack how stress, sleep, nutrition, recovery, and emotional load interact, and why pushing harder often creates the opposite of progress.

This conversation covers practical ways to reset your body and mind, calm the nervous system, improve sleep, and build habits that support long-term wellbeing without burnout. From wearables and biohacking to grief, aging, and recovery, this episode focuses on awareness, balance, and consistency over pressure and perfection.

If you want 2026 to feel more grounded, focused, and sustainable, this episode gives you a better framework to work from.

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Transformational Coaching with Nick or Hari Enquiries: nick@t4mcoach.com

Hari Kalymnios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harikalymnios

Hari Kalymnios Website: https://harikalymnios.com

(00:00) Preview

(00:29) Starting the Year Exhausted

(01:22) Insomnia and Routine Disruption

(07:58) Grief and Nervous System Triggers

(10:55) Fixing Sleep Fundamentals

(20:12) Biohacking vs Basics

(22:38) Fasting and Sleep Issues

(24:42) Aging and Recovery Limits

(26:13) Inflammation and Consistency

(34:25) Wearables and Stress

(40:43) Fear and Exposure Therapy

(47:04) Habits Over Resolutions

(49:00) Reset Without Self-Judgment