Setting Intentional Goals and Resolutions for Growth in 2026

In this episode, Josh and Elliot discuss their approaches to goal-setting and New Year's resolutions as they enter 2026. Josh shares his practice of yearly goal-setting with his wife while Elliot shares his preference for building sustainable systems over resolutions. They reflect on their journeys, including lessons learned from the financial independence (FI) community, the importance of planning, and the significance of maintaining health. They also commit to becoming each other's accountability partners for health goals in 2026. The episode ends with a request for listener support via YouTube subscriptions to help enhance the podcast's quality.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:06 Setting Goals for the New Year

03:59 The Concept of Resolutions vs. Goals

04:58 Personal Experiences with Resolutions

16:05 Health and Wellness Goals

28:34 Podcast Journey and Future Plans

35:27 Conclusion and Call to Action

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