Ahead of 2020, I had set goals for what I wanted to achieve this year. I was excited about the possibilities a new year brings. A new year is always a chance for new beginnings, and this year, it is especially true because 2020 was rough. Although I did achieve many of the goals I’d set for the year I am looking forward to seeing what 2021 has in store. To ensure next year is a year for growth and new opportunities I’m setting achievable goals for personal development, to improve my health, financial status, and more. Because I believe goal setting is important for everyone I am sharing goal ideas for the 2021 New Year. And yes, it’s a free printable!
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Health Goals for the New Year
- Drink more water
- Do yoga
- Meditate
- Choose fresh and healthy foods
- Meal prep
- Get more sleep and rest
- Take vitamins (if needed)
- Move your body more
- Get out and get more fresh air
- Eliminate a bad habit
Goal Ideas to Improve your Mind in the New Year
- Journal
- Read more
- Make a new friend
- Practice gratitude daily
- Get organized
- Become more mindful
- Surround yourself with positive people
- Try new things
- Limit screen time
- Make time for self-care
- Choose a daily affirmation
Financial Goals to Achieve in the New Year
- Create a budget and stick to it – Check out this Cash Envelope Budgeting Printable Packet Makes Saving Easy
- Track spending
- Pay off debt (start with the smallest first)
- Plan for fun
- Start an emergency fund
- Save for retirement
- Cut unnecessary spending
- Do a 30-day no-spend challenge
- Calculate your net worth
- Save for a specific goal
Work & Career Goals
- Learn a new skill
- Update your resume
- Find a mentor
- Look at your work-life balance
- Attend a networking event
- Master a productivity habit
- Become an expert in your field
- Reach a leadership position
- Apply for a promotion
- Develop your communication skills
Family Goals
- Cook together
- Eat together
- Volunteer as a family
- Save for something specific together
- Learn a new skill
- Play more games
- Go on a trip
- Do family game night or movie nights
- Read together
- Spend quality time together without technology
Goal Ideas to Improve Friendship
- Show support
- Make time to listen
- Compliment each other
- Workout together
- Do something new together
- Have deep and meaningful conversations
- Be understanding
- Don’t be overly critical
- Give them time for their own life
- Don’t take each other for granted
Personal Development Goal Ideas
- Keep Learning
- find a mentor
- Define your core values
- Attend seminars and workshops
- Discover your strengths
- Develop a positive attitude
- Stop procrastinating
- Wake up early
- Be more proactive
- Let go of the past