Question #2 - How do you envision your future life?

Research suggests that writing down your goals makes you 42% more likely to achieve them. There is a lot of science backing this, but here are three reasons it is believed to help.

1. Clarity: Writing down your goals will help you clarify what it is that you want to achieve.

2. Accountability: When you write down your goals, you create a sense of accountability for yourself. This can help you stay motivated and on track.

3. Memory: Study after study shows you remember things better when you write them down. This can help you stay focused on your goals and avoid distractions.

They say only 3% of the population sets goals, and only 1% actually write their goals down. By simply writing down your goals, you're already setting yourself apart, taking a powerful first step toward turning your dreams into reality.

Tips for writing down your goals:

• Be specific: Instead of writing vague goals like "save more money" or "find a better job," be specific, like "Save $10,000 over the next 2 years" or "Secure a job in a creative field that offers a six-figure salary within the next 5 years.”

• Write your goals down somewhere you will see them frequently: Whether it's a notebook, a whiteboard, or a sticky note on your mirror or computer, make sure your goals are somewhere you'll see them regularly.

• Review your goals regularly: Set aside time each week, month, or year to review your goals and track your progress, and you’re in luck because this Annual Financial Checkup Course is for precisely that! Reviewing this course or these questions at least yearly will help you stay focused and motivated to achieve your goals.

Now, how do you envision your future? Reflect on what you want your life to look like in five, ten, and even 20 or 30 years, and write it down!

Here are a few questions to help you get started.

• Where do you envision living? (e.g., city, country, type of home, etc.)

• What kind of lifestyle do you envision for this time frame?

• What personal milestone do you want to achieve during this time? (e.g., completing a degree, building a skill set, etc.)

• Where do you see yourself in terms of career growth or job satisfaction?

• What activities would you like to do for fun?

• What major life events might occur during this time? (e.g. marriage, buying a home, starting a family, etc.)

• What habits or routines should you establish to support these long-term goals?

• What legacy would you like to leave behind?

Bring your dreams to life!