New Year, New Energy: Setting Realistic Goals for 2025

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Quote

"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out."

– Robert Collier

Question

What is one small habit you can introduce today that aligns with your 2025 goals?

Action Step

Set a timer for 10 minutes to outline one realistic and achievable goal for this week. Break it down into three actionable steps to start making progress today.

Let's practice — reply to this email and share one goal you’ve set for this week.

Statistic

According to a study by the Dominican University of California, people who write down their goals are 42% more likely to achieve them.

Resources to Check Out

Podcasts

  1. The Happiness Lab: Goals Gone Wild — Explore how to set goals without adding unnecessary pressure.
    Listen here.

  2. The Tim Ferriss Show: How to Design Your 2025 Goals Like a Pro — Learn actionable techniques from experts.
    Listen here.

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Thanks! Until next week.

Thanks
Laura

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