It’s a new year, and Carla is back on the mic with a fresh new doo and a healthy dose of financial wisdom to kick things off strong on this particularly blue Monday. Every year around this time, the warm fuzziness of the holidays has faded, the resolutions have more than likely been broken, and the bills are piling up like nobody’s business. Let’s face it, January is kind of the worst. But have no fear; Carla is here to guide you through these blues and help you realistically achieve any financial and even personal goals you might have this new year. From finally breaking that debt cycle to working towards that dream vacation, this episode is all about setting you up for success. So, grab your notepad, tune in, and prepare to hop back on the financial goal wagon stronger than ever! Today’s topics include: The meaning and symbolism of Blue Monday How to use self-knowledge to your advantage when setting goals Identifying the source of your unhappiness and tying it to a realistic solution Why focusing on small changes is critical to achieving larger and more meaningful change Intertwining your financial goals and intentions into your everyday lifestyle The importance of celebrating your accomplishments to help you refocus on your current goals    Please make sure to rate, review, and follow us for more financial tips, tricks, and tactics. Tandia Financial Credit Union is here to help. Got Feedback? Want to learn more? Head to tandia.com for an experience as unique as you are