S.M.A.R.T. Fall Resolutions That Can Change Your Life

By Mad Money Monster

Despite many people not being aware of it, there are actually two times each year that we are most likely to commit to lifestyle changes. Those times are, predictably, January, and as you may have guessed, fall. Think about it, when does the new school year start? And how many of us grew up marking our years by school years? I’m going to go out on a limb and say most of us. With that in mind, let’s all rejoice in the fact that the kiddos are back in school, the leaves are starting their transformation, pumpkin spice is atop all the edible things, and it’s time to engage in another lifestyle change you have been contemplating for some time.

Summer Fades, Leaves Undergo A Colorful Execution, And You Make A New Fall Resolution!

 When I was a kid I used to vow to be a stellar student at the start of each new school year. I would always be equipped with the latest school trends and fresh, new supplies to mark the commencement. Sadly, my early fall resolutions didn’t amount to much success. I would typically start off strong and then fade into familiar routines a few weeks into the new school year. As I got older, this changed. I was able to set my sights on certain achievements for my academic career, and eventually achieve them! These achievements have continued throughout my adulthood by making smarter resolutions.

Fall Is A Time For Change

 Obviously, January is the time of year that most people sit down and make resolutions to improve their lives, whether it be emotional, physical, or financial. Interestingly, it has been proven that there is a second time of year when people do the exact same thing. And that time of year is upon us. There is nothing stopping you from making a fall resolution except, well, you.

Around these parts we truly do worship the change of seasons. And the season we worship most of all is fall. There’s nothing quite like experiencing crisp temperatures, the brilliant colors that adorn the landscape, and pumpkin spice on everything nice. But we don’t just enjoy fall fluff, we also treat fall as a time for change in our own lives. We make fall resolutions to improve our lifestyle. This fall we plan on making several resolutions relating to our future goal of financial independence. But this time, we’re making making resolutions with a twist. We’re not just going to make resolutions willy-nilly. This time, we’re making S.M.A.R.T. fall resolutions. Not sure what that is? Well, read on my frugal friends.

S.M.A.R.T. Fall Resolutions

 I’ve learned many things during my time spent in the corporate world. One of which is the importance of making smart goals – or more appropriately, S.M.A.R.T. goals.

Smart Is An Acronym That Stands For:  Specific   Measurable   Achievable   Results-focused   Time-bound

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