Setting Financial Intentions (Not Just Resolutions)

Resolutions bark orders. Intentions whisper invitations.

Instead of “I’ll spend less,” try “I’ll spend on what makes life richer and release what doesn’t.” The difference is grace.

Intentions work better than resolutions because they connect behavior to meaning. Behavioral research shows we stick to goals when they link to identity — who we believe we are, not just what we do.

So start here:

Name what matters most. What do you want your money to make possible this year?

More freedom? More giving? Less stress?

Align small actions with that value. If generosity leads, schedule your giving automatically. If freedom leads, pay down debt.

Let go of guilt. Progress counts even when it’s imperfect.

A client once said, “When I started spending in line with my values, I stopped feeling like money was the boss.” Exactly. Financial peace often starts with permission, not pressure.

As the year unfolds, hold your intentions loosely but consistently. You’re not chasing perfection — you’re practicing alignment.

The most meaningful financial life isn’t tidy; it’s true.

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Marion R. Syversen, MBA, BFA™
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