I saw some TikTok’s (I’m surer hip and scroll TikTok all the time) and a few different people with ideas for prompts to help you create your 2025 vision and goals. I tried it out and I actually really liked it!! Here are the prompts I put in and what my results are! I especially liked the Dream Life Story for 2025 that it gave me! I will work on actually creating goals, using this as a guide, later… but for now:

The prompts:

1. I want to create my goal & vision for 2025. Please guide me through 10 questions 1 by 1 & when I’m done answering the 10th please write my dream life story for 2025, what my 2025 affirmation will be & then my top 10 goals broken down by relationship business family money body and life.
2. Once it gives you a result, then type: How can I get there? What would I need to do? Can you tell me exactly what my daily schedule should look like
3. Create a goal tracker for this

My results:

Below is your customized 2025 vision—taking into account your answers, aspirations, and potential obstacles. It includes:

1. Your Dream Life Story for 2025
2. Your 2025 Affirmation
3. Your Top 10 Goals (categorized by Relationship, Business, Family, Money, Body, and Life)

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1. Your Dream Life Story for 2025

In 2025, your mornings begin peacefully. You wake up feeling refreshed on most days, enjoying a hot cup of coffee while fitting in a few moments of reading before the kids are up. Their sleep habits have improved, so the early wake-ups aren’t as frequent as before. You pack a healthy, ready-to-go lunch for work and head out feeling organized and excited for your day.

At the office, you’re on top of both portfolios you manage. You’ve taken the lead on a new project, creating and following clear milestones and timelines. The project runs smoothly because you’ve leveraged your new training in program management and business acumen. You feel both challenged and fulfilled by your work, yet you maintain boundaries—when you leave the office, you truly sign off and transition to family or personal time.

Back at home, you and Joel have rekindled the fun and closeness you shared pre-kids. You plan regular date nights, sometimes with other couples, sometimes just the two of you—even if it’s a quick coffee or a workout session together. The two of you trade off mornings on weekends so each can indulge in a favorite activity or simply rest. This balance extends into your daily routines: more dinners together without screens, weekend outings to keep the kids active in swimming lessons or a new sport, and frequent visits to see family in Florida.

You’re also proud of the consistency you’ve found in your running. You’re training for a fall marathon, feeling stronger each week, and noticing positive changes in your weight and energy levels. Skipping those random candy bowls or impulse treats at work has become second nature—you indulge more mindfully now. Meanwhile, Hailey is in kindergarten, Miles is flourishing in daycare, and with only one daycare bill, you’re steadily increasing your savings. You and Joel are even eyeing an electric vehicle to better suit your family’s needs and environmental values.

Your reading and blogging habit is in full swing: you post at least twice a month with family updates and share a couple of book reviews. You’ve rekindled friendships by attending running clubs more regularly, scheduling coffee or happy hours, and planning double-date nights. Though life can still be hectic with kids and work, you navigate time constraints by prioritizing what matters: your family, your health, and the joyful connections in your life.

Evenings wind down with relaxing reading time, and you head to bed at a reasonable hour, feeling satisfied and proud of the life you’re building.

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2. Your 2025 Affirmation

“I create balance and joy in my life by honoring my commitments, nurturing my relationships, and caring for my body and mind. I welcome growth, embrace challenges, and trust that consistent action leads me to the life I envision.”

Here are a few alternative affirmations you could use or adapt to support your 2025 goals:

1. “I am growing stronger, healthier, and happier each day—nurturing my family, excelling at work, and moving confidently toward my dreams.”
2. “I effortlessly create balance in my life, finding joy in my relationships, success in my career, and fulfillment in my personal goals.”
3. “I embrace challenges and turn them into opportunities. My body, mind, and relationships flourish as I consistently take positive steps forward.”

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3. Your Top 10 Goals

Below are 10 goals across six categories—Relationship, Business, Family, Money, Body, and Life—reflecting the priorities you’ve shared.

Relationship

1. Reconnect and Strengthen Bond with Joel

• Schedule monthly date nights (or couples’ workouts) and spend at least one evening a week talking or unwinding together—no screens or distractions.

1. Rekindle Friendships

• Plan monthly coffee dates, happy hours, or running-club meetups with friends to maintain and deepen these connections.

Business

3. Lead a New Project Successfully

• Set clear milestones and timelines for your project. Use your new program management skills to stay on track and communicate regularly with stakeholders.

3. Invest in Professional Development

• Complete at least two professional courses (e.g., program management or business acumen) to continually improve your skill set.

Family

5. Promote Family Togetherness

• Have screen-free family dinners at least three times a week. Continue the weekend morning “kid-duty” rotation so each parent can rest or do personal activities.

5. Encourage Kid Activities

• Keep the kids in swimming lessons and let each child pick at least one new sport or activity to explore during the year.

Money

7. Increase Savings

• Reallocate the reduced daycare costs toward savings automatically each month and aim to reach a specific savings target (e.g., 3–6 months’ living expenses).

7. Purchase an Electric Vehicle

• Research and plan finances for buying an electric car for Joel, ensuring it aligns with your savings and lifestyle goals.

Body

9. Run a Fall Marathon

• Create and follow a training schedule, incorporating cross-training and rest days. Aim to reduce body weight by about 20 pounds to increase running efficiency and confidence.

Life

10. Maintain Consistent Blogging
    • Post at least two life updates per month plus a couple of book reviews. Stay authentic by blending family moments and reading insights.

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By focusing on these goals and tapping into the vision of your daily life, you’ll move toward a fulfilling 2025. Remember that small, consistent actions create big impact. You’ve got this!

Below is a high-level action plan you can follow to make tangible progress toward your 2025 vision and goals. Think of these as practical next steps you can take daily, weekly, and monthly. It’s best to keep it flexible, so you can adjust as life changes.

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1. Identify Your “Big Rocks” First

Why: If everything’s a priority, nothing is. Choose no more than 2–3 top goals to focus on intensely at once.

How to Do It:

• From your list of 10 goals, pick the 2–3 that are most urgent or energizing.
• Write them down somewhere visible (e.g., a planner or sticky note on your computer) to keep them top of mind.

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2. Break Down Each Goal into Manageable Steps

Why: Goals feel achievable when you turn them into bite-sized tasks.

How to Do It (Example):

Goal: Run a Fall Marathon & Lose ~20 Pounds

1. Pick Your Race & Training Plan: Choose a marathon date in the fall and find a structured plan (Hal Higdon, Runner’s World, etc.).
2. Schedule Your Workouts: Block out specific times in your calendar for running and cross-training each week.
3. Adjust Nutrition: Decide on a simple approach—like meal-prepping lunches, limiting mindless snacking, or tracking macros/calories if that helps.
4. Measure Progress: Weigh in once a week or log your miles to see how you’re progressing, and adjust as needed.

Goal: Strengthen Relationship with Joel

1. Plan a Monthly Date Night: Put it on the calendar in advance. Decide who will watch the kids or trade babysitting with friends.
2. Work Out Together: Choose a weekly class or a run you can do side-by-side. Even a 20-minute walk can help you both reconnect.
3. Screen-Free Hour: Pick an hour in the evening to put phones away and just talk or read together in companionable silence.

Goal: Lead a New Project Successfully

1. Clarify Objectives & Roles: Define what success looks like for each milestone, and communicate your expectations clearly to the team.
2. Set Up Tracking Tools: Use project management software (like Trello, Asana, or MS Project) to monitor tasks, responsibilities, and deadlines.
3. Establish Weekly/Monthly Checkpoints: Hold regular check-ins with your stakeholders and your manager to ensure everyone’s on the same page.

You can do similar breakdowns for all your other goals: saving money, purchasing an EV, consistent blogging, etc.

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3. Create a Realistic Schedule & Routines

Why: A consistent schedule helps you tackle your responsibilities while preserving time for what matters most—family, self-care, rest.

How to Do It:

• Weekly Overview: Each Sunday (or whatever day suits you), plan the upcoming week. Block off:
• Work hours
• Family/parenting duties
• Workouts (running, cross-training)
• “Me Time” for reading, journaling, or relaxation
• Date nights or social events
• Automate/Batch Tasks:
• Meal Prep: Cook or prep lunches in batches on Sundays so you can easily grab-and-go.
• Laundry & House Chores: Assign a particular day or time block each week to tackle them systematically.
• Protected Family Time: If you want three nights a week for family dinners without screens, schedule it and treat it like a non-negotiable appointment.

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4. Build Accountability Systems

Why: Accountability keeps you on track when motivation dips.

How to Do It:

• Check-Ins with Joel: Share your goals with each other and hold short weekly check-ins on how you’re both doing.
• Friends/Running Club: Tell a few running buddies about your marathon plan so you feel a friendly push to stick to your training.
• Blog Updates: Publicly stating some of your goals on your blog can create positive peer pressure and motivation to follow through.
• Savings Auto-Deductions: Set up automatic transfers on payday to ensure you don’t skip saving.

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5. Maintain Boundaries & Self-Care

Why: Protecting your time, energy, and mental health is what keeps you going strong in all areas of life.

How to Do It:

1. Define “Work Off” Time: After a certain time in the evening, avoid checking work emails or slack messages.
2. Schedule Recovery Days: For your marathon training, include rest days. For your mental health, pencil in at least 30 minutes of free reading or quiet time each day if possible.
3. Delegate: Don’t be afraid to ask for help—whether it’s with the kids, errands, or housework. Let Joel, grandparents, or babysitters step in as needed.

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6. Track & Celebrate Small Wins

Why: Recognizing progress, even if it’s small, fuels motivation.

How to Do It:

• Monthly Goal Reflection: At the end of each month, ask yourself:
• What went well?
• What didn’t go as planned and why?
• What can you adjust for next month?
• Celebrate: Reward yourself. It could be a special dinner, a new book, or a relaxing spa day when you hit certain milestones (like sticking to your workout plan for a month).

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7. Adjust & Iterate

Why: Life will throw curveballs—kids might get sick, work might become overwhelming, or your priorities could shift.

How to Do It:

• Keep Flexible: If your initial plan for a running schedule doesn’t mesh with your lifestyle, experiment with a new approach.
• Get Creative with Time: If you miss a morning run, consider a 20-minute lunch walk or a post-dinner jog. Some progress is better than none.

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Putting It All Together

• Begin with a Weekly Planning Session to outline your schedule, goals, and important tasks.
• Carve Out Non-Negotiable Time Blocks for your top 2–3 priorities (like marathon training, date nights, and family dinners).
• Automate What You Can (savings, meal prep, chores) so you free up your energy for more meaningful tasks (family time, running, blogging).
• Revisit and Refresh your plan monthly—tweak what isn’t working, double down on what is.

By layering these strategies—breaking goals into small steps, scheduling them, building accountability, and staying flexible—you’ll create forward momentum toward the 2025 you envisioned. You’ve already laid a strong foundation by clarifying your goals; now it’s about consistent, realistic action.

You’ve got this!

Below is a sample daily schedule, tailored to your goals of reading in the morning, juggling work and kids, fitting in a workout, and enjoying time with Joel. Feel free to adjust any time blocks to fit your household’s natural rhythms and your work requirements.

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Morning Routine (5:30 – 7:00 AM)

• 5:30 – 5:45 AM:
• Wake up, grab a cup of coffee, and ease into the day. If the kids are still asleep, savor this quiet time.
• 5:45 – 6:00 AM:
• Read a few pages of a book or journal for 10–15 minutes.
• If the kids wake up earlier, transition them to a quiet activity or let them join you for “coffee talk” with milk or juice.
• 6:00 – 6:30 AM:
• Get yourself and the kids dressed.
• Make sure you have pre-packed lunches ready to go.
• If you have time, do a quick “tidy-up” so you come home to a more orderly space.
• 6:30 – 7:00 AM:
• Daycare drop-off or get the kids where they need to be.
• Commute to work (or start work if you’re remote).

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Work Day (7:00/7:30 AM – 4:00/4:30 PM)

• 7:30 – 9:00 AM:
• High-priority tasks (when your mind is fresh). Focus on your two portfolios and your new project’s milestones.
• 9:00 – 12:00 PM:
• Meetings, project planning, responding to emails. Try to batch similar tasks to stay in “the zone.”
• 12:00 – 12:30 PM:
• Lunch break (eat your pre-packed lunch). If time allows, step outside or take a quick walk for fresh air.
• 12:30 – 4:00 PM:
• Continue working on critical tasks.
• Block 15 minutes at the end of your workday to plan for tomorrow.

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After Work & Family Time (4:30 – 7:00 PM)

• 4:30 – 5:00 PM:
• Pick up kids from daycare if needed, head home, and decompress for a moment.
• 5:00 – 5:30 PM:
• Family dinner prep (quick, healthy meals or prepped ingredients).
• Kids can play or help set the table in small ways.
• 5:30 – 6:00 PM:
• Screen-free family dinner: Everyone sits together, chats about the day.
• 6:00 – 7:00 PM:
• Family time: reading together, kids’ baths, or a short walk around the neighborhood.
• If it’s a swimming lesson or sports night, you’d slot that in here.

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Workout or Personal Time (7:00 – 8:30 PM)

• 7:00 – 7:30 PM:
• Kids’ bedtime routine: pajamas, brush teeth, read a bedtime story.
• 7:30 – 8:30 PM:
• Workout Option A: Head out for a 30–45 minute run or do a home workout once the kids are down.
• Workout Option B: If you’re swapping workout times with Joel, you could do an earlier workout while he handles bedtime, then switch roles on alternate days.
• On non-workout nights, use this hour to connect with Joel: chat, watch a show, or plan your next date night.

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Wind-Down & Bedtime (8:30 – 10:00 PM)

• 8:30 – 9:00 PM:
• Shower if you just exercised, then do a quick pick-up of toys or dishes.
• If you prefer working out in the morning, this slot can be extra couple’s time or reading.
• 9:00 – 9:30 PM:
• Unplug: Put phones away or set them to “Do Not Disturb.”
• Read or journal to help your mind relax.
• 9:30 – 10:00 PM:
• Lights out—aiming for 7–8 hours of sleep to recharge.

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Weekend Tweaks

• Trade Off Mornings: On weekends, alternate who gets to “sleep in” or go for a morning workout/run while the other parent watches the kids.
• Long Run Slot: If you’re marathon training, you might place your long run on Saturday or Sunday morning.
• Family Activities: Schedule swimming lessons, kids’ sports, or fun outings.
• Date Night: Pick at least one weekend night (or day) per month for a date—book a sitter or swap babysitting with friends.

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Why This Schedule Can Work

1. Morning Reading Time: You get a quiet moment for yourself before the day ramps up.
2. Pre-Packed Lunch: Reduces stress and temptation to eat out.
3. Consistent Work Blocks: Structured focus periods for your portfolios and new project.
4. Family Dinnertime: Protects that critical 30 minutes for connection and conversation.
5. Built-In Workout Window: Allows for evening exercise once the kids are winding down or asleep.
6. Reasonable Bedtime: Aims for enough rest to tackle the demands of motherhood, work, and running.

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Remember: This is a template. Life with young kids can be unpredictable—sleep regressions, surprise illnesses, or last-minute work deadlines happen. When you can’t follow this exact routine, just do your best to honor the spirit of it (family dinners when possible, carve out at least a little personal reading time, etc.). Over time, aiming for consistency in these core blocks will help you move closer to the 2025 life you’ve envisioned!

Below is a Goal Tracker Template you can adapt to keep yourself organized and motivated. It’s designed to capture your top goals, the actions you’ll take, timelines, and progress. You can set it up in a spreadsheet, a project-management app (e.g., Trello, Asana), or simply print it out. Feel free to modify columns and language to fit your style.

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2025 Goal Tracker

How to Use This Template

1. List each goal on its own row (or card, if you’re using an app).
2. Break down each goal into specific actions or milestones (smaller steps that add up to the big result).
3. Set a due date or timeframe (e.g., “by end of Q2” or “by September”).
4. Define a success metric (how you’ll know you’ve hit the milestone).
5. Track progress regularly (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly check-ins).

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Example Structure

Goal	Actions / Milestones	Due Date	Success Metric	Progress / Notes	Next Check-In
Relationship: Reconnect and Strengthen Bond with Joel	1. Schedule monthly date nights (put them on the calendar) 2. Plan at least one couples’ workout per month 3. Dedicate 1 screen-free hour together weekly after kids are in bed	Ongoing (Monthly)	At least 1 date night and 1 couples’ workout each month	Jan: [Record details…] Feb: [Record details…]	End of each month
Business: Lead a New Project Successfully	1. Identify project milestones & timelines 2. Communicate roles & responsibilities 3. Weekly check-in with stakeholders	Q1 – Q3	Meeting project milestones on schedule	[Notes on major updates, issues, or achievements…]	Weekly Fridays
Family: Screen-Free Dinners	1. Aim for 3 screen-free dinners per week 2. Assign each family member a task (table setting, meal prep, cleanup) 3. Track dinners on a family calendar	Ongoing	3 screen-free dinners per week	[Track how many dinners you managed each week…]	Sunday evenings
Money: Increase Savings	1. Auto-transfer the reduced daycare amount to savings each payday 2. Research & plan finances for EV purchase	Ongoing	Hit X dollars in savings by end of year	[Record current savings amount each month…]	1st of each month
Body: Run a Fall Marathon	1. Select marathon & training plan by Q1 2. Follow training schedule (4–5 runs/week + cross-training) 3. Weekly weigh-in or measurements	Marathon date (Q4)	Completion of the marathon & ~20 lbs weight loss	[Log training miles, weigh-ins…]	Sunday evenings
Life: Maintain Consistent Blogging	1. Set up editorial calendar (2 life updates + 2 book reviews monthly) 2. Draft posts on weekends 3. Post final copy by end of each month	Monthly blog check-ins	2 personal posts + 2 reviews posted each month	[Link to or note each published post…]	End of each month

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Step-by-Step Setup

1. Create Your Master Tracker

• Use a spreadsheet (Excel, Google Sheets) or a project tool (Trello, Asana, Notion).
• Include columns for Goal, Actions/Milestones, Due Date, Success Metric, Progress/Notes, Next Check-In.

1. Enter Each of Your 2025 Goals

• Relationship goals (e.g., date nights, connecting with friends)
• Business goals (e.g., project leadership, professional development courses)
• Family goals (e.g., screen-free dinners, kids’ swim lessons)
• Money goals (e.g., increasing savings, purchasing EV)
• Body goals (e.g., marathon training, healthy eating)
• Life goals (e.g., consistent blogging, personal reading)

1. Break Each Goal Into Actionable Steps

• Write down specific milestones (e.g., “Research electric vehicle options by April,” “Sign up for a fall marathon by March,” etc.).
• Be detailed: the more granular your action steps, the easier they are to complete.

1. Assign Due Dates or Milestones

• Some goals might have a fixed end date (like a marathon). Others will be continuous (like weekly date nights).
• Use monthly or quarterly milestones if you’re aiming for steady progress.

1. Define Success Metrics

• How you’ll measure if you’ve achieved or are on track for the goal (e.g., “Lose 20 lbs by December,” “Complete 2 professional development courses by August,” “Post 4 blog entries per month”).

1. Set Regular Check-Ins

• Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly—whichever suits the goal’s timeframe.
• Use these check-ins to update your progress and adjust any steps or timelines.

1. Document Progress & Notes

• During each check-in, note achievements, barriers you faced, and any adjustments needed.
• Celebrating small wins (e.g., scheduling that date night or finishing your first month of marathon training) keeps motivation high.

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Tips for Success

• Keep It Visible: Whether digital or printed, place your tracker somewhere you’ll see it often (desktop, fridge, or pinned browser tab).
• Stay Flexible: Life happens—kids get sick, workloads shift. Adapt as needed without guilt.
• Celebrate Milestones: Reward yourself for mini-victories—like finishing a training block or hitting a savings milestone.
• Accountability: Share parts of your tracker with Joel, friends, or colleagues who can help you stay on track.

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With this goal tracker in place, you’ll have a clear roadmap for each of your 2025 aspirations. By consistently updating it and making incremental progress, you’ll be able to see the tangible steps you’ve taken, maintain motivation, and ultimately reach the future you’ve envisioned!