EP 20: From Resolutions to Godly Rhythms: Using Time Wisely and Setting Goals That Last

New Year noise is loud—gym ads, perfect planners, and big promises. We chose a quieter path: stewarding time as a gift, setting a few meaningful goals, and building small habits that actually last. With friends at the table, we dig into why goals matter from a Christian worldview and how to align them with the call to walk wisely and make the best use of the days.We start with the why, drawing from Ephesians 5:15–17 to reframe resolutions around purpose and discipleship. Then we get practical. We outline five steps to move from intention to action: get time alone with God to pray and think, list your roles and responsibilities, pick one or two resets or starts in each area, write them down, and tell someone for accountability. We also share a helpful eight-area review—finances, community, health and wellness, fun and recreation, home and spaces, family, spiritual and personal growth, and work and learning—plus a simple rating approach to see what needs attention right now.Real stories make it stick: a pricey program that failed because it was solo and unrealistic, the tiny morning routine that succeeded because it was shared and doable, and the monthly double-date rhythm that strengthened friendship and eventually sparked this podcast. We talk about starting with January, not the whole year; focusing on a few true goals; and choosing givens you can enact immediately. For anyone beginning a Bible reading plan, we offer a gentle strategy: remember your why, consider starting with the New Testament to build the habit, and keep going when you miss a day.If you want fewer resolutions and more transformation, this conversation will help you choose what matters, simplify your next steps, and keep your eyes on Christ. Listen, take one small action today, and share your January goal with us. Subscribe, leave a review, and pass this along to a friend who needs a reset.SHOW NOTES:Connect with us at [email protected]'t forget to share your goals with us! We would love to hear from you.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:Cultivate What Matters (Brittany's recommended) Cultivate What Matters / PowerSheets Best Selling Goal PlannerMonk Manual (Brittany's Recommended) Monk Manual - A Daily System for Being and DoingBrian O'Day Blog Post https://brianoday.com/2025/02/28/process-your-military-deployment/   Support the showhttp://instagram.com/militarywellnesscollective