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Hello, my beautiful sisters.
I see you.
You have dreams, ambitions, and a vision for your life. You set goals—big ones, exciting ones—but somewhere along the way, life happens. You get busy, distracted, overwhelmed.
And before you know it, weeks have passed, and those goals? Still sitting on your to-do list, untouched.
Sis, let me tell you a secret: success isn’t about setting goals—it’s about staying connected to them. And one of the most powerful ways to do that is by doing a weekly check-in with your goals.
Today, we’re talking about why this small habit can make the biggest difference in your productivity, motivation, and ability to turn your vision into reality.
Know What’s Going on With Your Goals
I know what you might be thinking:
- I don’t have time for this!
- I already know what my goals are—why check in every week?
- What if I realize I’m not making progress? That’ll just make me feel worse.
Sis, I hear you. But let me remind you: your goals deserve your attention.
Checking in weekly isn’t about guilt or pressure—it’s about giving yourself the space to reflect, adjust, and stay on track.
Let’s talk about how a simple weekly check-in can keep you focused, motivated, and in control of your progress.
5 Reasons a Weekly Goal Check-In is a Game Changer
1. It Keeps You Focused on What Really Matters
Life is busy, and it’s so easy to get caught up in distractions. A weekly check-in helps you pause and ask: Am I focusing on the things that actually move me forward?
➡️ Try this: Set aside 15 minutes every week to review your goals. Ask yourself: What’s my top priority this week?
2. It Helps You Track Progress & Stay Motivated
Have you ever felt like you’re not making progress—only to look back and realize how much you’ve actually accomplished?
A weekly check-in gives you the chance to celebrate your wins, no matter how small. And that motivation? It fuels you to keep going.
➡️ Try this: Write down one thing you accomplished each week—even if it’s small. Progress is progress!
3. It Helps You Course-Correct Before You Get Too Far Off Track
Sometimes, we set goals with the best intentions, but along the way, things shift. If you never check in, you won’t realize you’re heading in the wrong direction until it’s too late.
➡️ Try this: Ask yourself: Is this goal still aligned with where I want to go? If not, adjust before you waste time and energy.
4. It Reduces Overwhelm & Gives You a Clear Action Plan
Big goals can feel intimidating, but breaking them down into weekly action steps makes them manageable.
➡️ Try this: Instead of just focusing on the big goal, ask yourself every week: What’s one small step I can take right now? Then, focus on just that step.
5. It Builds Self-Discipline & Accountability
Consistency is the key to success. A weekly check-in builds the habit of staying committed to your goals—even on the days you don’t feel like it.
➡️ Try this: Treat your weekly check-in like an appointment you can’t cancel. Show up for yourself every single week.
Goals Can’t Be on AutoPilot
Sis, your goals are too important to put on autopilot.
Checking in weekly isn’t about perfection—it’s about staying present with your vision and adjusting as needed.
And remember: every small step forward is a step toward the life you want.
Uplifting Call to Action
So here’s what I want you to do: Pick a day and time for your weekly goal check-in. Put it on your calendar, set a reminder—make it official.
Then, commit to showing up for yourself. Every week. No excuses.
Because sis, your dreams? They are worth the effort. And YOU are worth the commitment.
Let me know in the comments: When will you do your first weekly check-in? Let’s talk about it!
