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EPISODE · Dec 31, 2025 · 24 MIN

115. From Big Dreams to Daily Actions: How Couples Can Achieve Goals Together

from Choosing Us · host Brad and Michaela Draper

When it comes to New Year's resolutions, most people abandon them within days.The Drapers tackle why this happens and what actually works instead (spoiler: it's not just writing a wish list). Breaking goals into daily actionable steps matters far more than grand January declarations, they explain. Supporting your partner's goals means understanding exactly what those goals are and the specific steps they're taking to achieve them.Here's a concrete example: helping with grocery selections aligned with fitness objectives. That's real partnership. They also discuss how they avoid keeping trigger foods like Oreos at home to prevent self-sabotage. Without clear long-term targets—whether one-year, three-year, or ten-year goals—effort becomes meaningless. Having a written plan enables you to pivot strategically when life changes, rather than reacting chaotically.What are you trading what you want most for in this moment? The Drapers stress removing negative influences, whether unhelpful people, toxic environments, or undermining habits. They share their own tradition: setting goals together over gelato, discussing how to support each other across fitness, finances, spiritual, and emotional well-being. True happiness comes from prioritizing experiences with family over accumulating possessions.Ready to start the year aligned with your partner?Now, If you find this episode valuable, please share with your significant other, friends, and family. We love you!Listen in!Thank you for listening to this episode of Choosing Us.

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