How to Stay Aligned with Your Goals All Year Long

Lindy Codding
Jan 5
3 min read

Updated: Jan 6

How many times have you set goals on January 1st, only to feel overwhelmed by the time February comes? The truth is, setting goals is the easy part—sticking with them is where the magic happens.

If you’ve ever felt the frustration of watching your goals slip away, you’re not alone. Staying aligned with your goals requires more than willpower—it’s about having a clear system and practical tools to keep you grounded and focused.

Questions to ask yourself if you don't understand your values. It's ok if you don't know them off the top of your head. Values, dreams, desires all change with time.

1. Create Goals That Align With Your Values

One of the most common reasons people lose momentum is because their goals aren’t tied to what truly matters to them. Before setting new goals, take time to reflect on your core values. It's ok if you don't know them off the top of your head. Values, dreams, desires all change with time.

Quick Exercise: Write down three values that are non-negotiable in your life (e.g., family, creativity, health). Now, look at your goals. Do they align with those values? If not, tweak them to make them more meaningful.

> Tip: Download our Aligned Values Worksheet to map out your values and set goals that stick.

2. Break Down Goals Into Manageable Steps

Big goals can feel exciting but overwhelming. To stay aligned, break them down into smaller, actionable steps. Focus on what you can realistically achieve in the next week, month, or quarter.

Example: Instead of saying, “I want to improve my self-care,” try:

Week 1: Take a 15-minute walk twice a week.

Month 1: Introduce a self-care routine using simple products (like Body Butter or Floral Facial Steamers).

This approach keeps your goals from feeling daunting and helps you celebrate progress along the way.

Body Butter

Buy Now

3. Build Habits That Support Your Goals

Goals are only as strong as the habits that support them. Identify daily or weekly rituals that align with your goals.

Example Habits:

If your goal is better mental health, start journaling for 5 minutes each morning.

If your goal is more creativity, spend 15 minutes creating something small each day.

These habits don’t have to be huge—they just have to be consistent.

4. Track and Reflect Regularly

To stay aligned all year long, build in time to track your progress and reflect. This might mean setting aside 10 minutes every Sunday to review your wins, challenges, and what needs adjustment.

Here is a quick helpful question prompt that can be used to reflect: What small wins did I achieve this week, and how do they bring me closer to my larger goals?

If you want a downloadable reflection sheet for later we have prepared the "Reflect and Realign Journal and Art Prompt. Click below.

> Not sure how to start? Our Aligned and Golden Goal Planner makes it easy to track your goals, reflect on your wins, and stay motivated all year.

5. Adjust Without Guilt

Life happens, and your goals may need to shift. That’s okay! Staying aligned isn’t about rigidly sticking to a plan—it’s about adapting in a way that feels true to you.

Ask yourself: Does this adjustment still align with my values and priorities? If yes, move forward with confidence.

Staying aligned with your goals doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or complicated. With the right tools and mindset, you can make 2025 your most focused and fulfilling year yet.

You can start by downloading our Aligned Values Worksheet to create goals that truly align with your values. For ongoing support, grab our Aligned and Golden Goal Planner for 2025 —your ultimate guide to staying connected with your goals all year long.

Your goals deserve more than good intentions—they deserve a plan.

Whether you’re chasing big dreams or focusing on small changes, these free worksheet downloads or our New Aligned Goal planner are your guides to staying aligned all year long.

Here's to empowering yourself through creativity.

Lindy Codding,

Owner of All Things Leo

*DISCLAIMER: I am not a licensed life coach, guru, therapist, or psychologist. Everything denoted in the passage above is personal experience. If ever something is wrong I will do my best to update information as soon as possible.

The views and opinions of this website are solely those of the author. Any material or information on this website is for general information practices only. You should not rely upon the material or information on the website as a basis for any mental health issues. If ever you need help please seek advice from your medical provider or licensed therapist. Due to the nature of technology and the internet, All Things Leo llc, will not be liable for technical issues, loss or damage suffered as a result from use of or access to, this website and its contents, whatsoever.