Today marks the last day of August, and you know what that means—the “ber” months are here! I absolutely love this time of year. Fall is my favorite season, and the holiday season makes me feel so excited. Before jumping into September, I always like to wrap up the month with a recap of my goals, accomplishments, and areas for improvement. This helps me celebrate small wins and prepare for the month ahead.
Health Goals
My goal for August was to lose 5 pounds. At the start of the month, I set my baseline and aimed to subtract five from that number. The reality? I actually gained 5 pounds, then lost those plus one more, which means a net weight loss of one pound. Honestly, I’m thrilled! Between enjoying my oldest child’s pastries and not sticking to a strict diet, this feels like a win.
Financial Goals
My financial goals were:
- No credit card use – Epic fail.
- Review my finances – Win!
- Pay off a small debt – Win! I paid off a medical bill, and that counts.
Personal Goals
- Continue blogging and vlogging – Win!
- Declutter an area of my house – Double win! I tackled my office and bathroom.
Business Goals
- Close on two homes as a transaction coordinator – We closed one, so halfway there.
- Start a podcast – Didn’t happen in August, but stay tuned!
- Expand business services – This officially kicks off tomorrow, and I’m so excited!
Fun Goals
My fun goal was to enjoy my birthday, and I did. The big birthday plan I had in mind got postponed due to weather and kiddo commitments, but it’s still on the list.
Other Wins & Highlights
- Stepped out of my comfort zone with a girls’ dinner with Erin and Karen.
- Networking lunch with Lisa and Stelina.
- Enjoyed an art gallery date with my husband.
- Spent a day at the beach.
- Finished reading:
- Happy by Fearne Cotton
- The Key to Living the Law of Attraction by Jack Canfield
- The Glow Up Journal by Danielle Richardson
- Working Hard, Hardly Working by Grace Beverly
August was a whirlwind with school starting, new routines, and updating my business strategy. September is shaping up to be the start of something wonderful. I hope your August was full of wins (big and small) and that you’re as excited as I am to step into September!