I recently shared a post talking about vision boards and big picture goals. You can check that out here: Vision Boards

I wanted to share how I create goals for the year and what I have learned along the way. I view my yearly goals as daily actions or the smaller steps I want to take to reach the larger vision. To be honest, I used to create very generic goals that I thought were important, but ended up not being really what I wanted. I never wrote them down or even looked at them. I would create goals that were so unrealistic, I would immediately feel a sense of failure and quit striving for it altogether.

I am about to create my goals for the year and I wanted to share my process and how I decide what is most important. I would love to know if you create goals for yourself and what that looks like for you!

1.Create a vision board or the “big” picture goals first

This is so important to do before creating goals because it allows you to see the year as a whole and what you hope to accomplish big picture. It is a great visual that will help you create the goals or steps needed to reach the vision you have for your life!

2.Decide daily/weekly/monthly actions you want to take or habits you want to create

Once you have your vision created, think about the daily actions or choices you will have to make to allow things to happen. For example, if your big picture goal is to save $5,000 for the year create a goal that is specific to achieve it.

Example: Save $415 per month OR Save $207 each paycheck (bi-weekly) OR Save $104 each week.

This is allows you to think of the HOW and come up with a plan that feels good for you.

3.Create goals that feel good for YOU and are realistic

Think about actions that are realistic for your lifestyle. If one of your big picture goals is to live a healthier life, create a goal that is actually obtainable. Don’t overwhelm yourself with goals that are too intense or stress you out. Remember you can always surpass your goal!

For example, if you goal is to work out 3 times a week and after a few months you are consistently working out 4-5, you have surpassed your goal! Set yourself up to be successful! 

4.Write them down

This is personal preference how you want to write your goals down. For me, I write them at the front of each gratitude journal. I look at them every day before I journal and read them out loud. I know some people like to write them daily, while others like to write them and have them where they can see them. This is totally up to you, but have them where you can reference them!

5. Give yourself grace

Just because you create goals for yourself does NOT mean every day has to be perfect. Understand that there will be ebs and flows and some days are better than others. Goal setting is all about striving to be the best version of yourself and wanting the best in life. It encourages you to show up and create what you desire. Give yourself grace when needed, but also strive to take action.

What are some goals you want to implement this year? You have the capability to achieve whatever goal you set for yourself!

Blessings,

Jac

With the year winding down and a new one approaching, I am starting to think about my goals and vision for 2020. This past year was the first year I created a vision board. It was something I had tried before but never really looked at or followed through with. I decided to make it my home screen on my desktop so it was something I looked at every day. I am truly amazed how many things I accomplished! The constant visual reminder really did help me have those goals in the forefront of my mind on a daily basis.

I wanted to share some tips when creating a vision board, and what I have found works best for me! I would love to know if you create vision boards and what works for you!

1.Create Categories

Think of different categories or aspects of your life you want to improve, excel, or obtain. For me personally I think of family, health, spirituality, career/business, personal development, finances, travel, and material items. Once you have a general idea of your personal categories, you can begin to think of goals for each one.

2.Chose 1-2 Goals For Each Category

Keep it simple and BIG picture for the year. Don’t overwhelm yourself with too many goals where you feel like there is no chance to make changes. Depict what is most important to you, so you can truly take the daily actions to make it happen!

3.Find Visuals That Represent Each Goal

Search for visuals/pictures that represent each goal. For example, I have a piggy bank for our savings goal with the actual goal amount written on top. Find things that inspire you and are visually appealing!

4.Be Specific

Try to be specific where you can! For example, I wrote actual money amounts for my finance goals. I also wrote how many classes I wanted to teach each month for online teaching. Try to be as specific as possible so you know what you are trying to achieve and it’s not too vague where there is no direction. For example, if your goal is to save more that could be $5 more or $5,000 more. Add in where you can!

5.Look At It Every Day

Have it somewhere where you can see it every day! If you want to create it on a poster, hang it somewhere you will actually look. I chose to create mine on Google Slides so I could save it as my background and edit it along the way by placing “checks” on top of specific goals/items.

 

If you chose to create a vision board, have fun with it! It has been a positive reminder for me that encourages me to continue to take action towards the things I want/desire for myself and family. If there are goals you did not accomplish at the end of the year, have grace and continue striving towards it! It is a great way to keep perspective of what you are working towards!

Blessings,

Jac

I recently shared what we will be gifting our toddler this year for Christmas. You can check out that post here: Christmas Gift Series: Toddler. Today I wanted to share what my husband will be receiving. We try to stick to basic items or “stocking stuffers” and one bigger item, if applicable for that year. I usually restock on items he likes to replace, but necessarily won’t go purchase himself. I also keep notes on my phone of anything specific he mentions to let both sets of parents and siblings know gift ideas. I try to give with the categories of: something to wear, something to read, something needed, something thoughtful/sentimental, and something wanted.

One thing I like to do is have different wrapping paper to easily know who gifts belong to. I do one type for our son and kids, one type for me and my husband, and the other type for family/friends. I always love the prints from T.J. Maxx or Marshalls!

What are some things you enjoy gifting your significant other? I would love to know!

 

Husband Gifts 2019

1.Something To Wear

• Basic T-Shirts
• Socks
• Boxers
• 1 Nicer Item (Pullover, Jeans, Shoes, etc…)

2.Something To Read

• Book (Amazon Wish-List)

3.Something Needed

• Toothbrush Replacement Heads

* I will also gift grooming/shaving if needed at that time, or asked for

4.Something Thoughtful 

• Family Cookbook Of Favorite Recipes

*Usually a self-care item or date night

5.Something Wanted

• IPAD 7th Generation & Case

I also like give each family member an ornament that reminds me of them from that year as well as their favorite “treats” to fill their stocking. I usually include gum, peanut m&ms, and cookies in his!

I like to collect items early because it spaces out the spending and is easy to store. I usually save the “bigger” item for later to see if I can get a good deal! What are your go-tos for this year?

Blessings,

Jac