A useful goal can hold two truths: what you want more of and what you want less of.
“I want a three-month buffer” describes the direction. “I want to stop feeling frightened by every unexpected bill” describes what gives the goal energy.
Try these prompts
- If this went well, what would be different in ordinary life?
- What situation, pressure or repeated conversation do I want to leave behind?
- Who else would notice the change?
You do not need dramatic language. A specific, honest sentence is enough.