My Goals for 2026 (Starting Over at 39)

What makes me happy about the new year? For me, it’s that “clean slate” or “fresh start” feeling — where you forgive yourself for any goals unachieved in the year just gone. Creating this mental space allows room for new and exciting goals to tackle in the year ahead.

Partying and getting drunk on New Year’s Eve isn’t my thing. I prefer an early night, lying in bed, reflecting on the year that’s gone, and fantasising about the year ahead.

Without further ado, here are my goals for 2026 that I’ve just mustered up off the cuff:

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Fitness & Health

• Advance from intermediate to advanced at Thai boxing by training at least 5x per week

• Have 2 Thai boxing interclub fights

• Get a six-pack

• Run at least 3 half-marathons

Learning & Skills / Personal Growth

• Read 1 book per week

• Learn a new language (Thai) to basic level

Money, Career & Personal Growth

• Increase my annual income to £40K

• Start my own business on the side (possibly a service-based business)

• Save a £3,500 emergency fund

• Grow my YouTube channel to 1,000 subscribers

Travel & Experiences

• Save for a holiday to Thailand in 2027

• Visit every National Park in England and Scotland

• Visit Liverpool

• Visit Newcastle

• Visit Ireland

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Well, that’s it for now! This list is something I’ve come up with today, so it will likely adapt throughout the year. But creating it has definitely given me a big boost of motivation. Let’s go!

Now that I’m approaching 40, I’ve decided to start taking more risks and having more experiences while I can. That’s why I plan to travel more and push myself further than ever before.

I don’t know if I’ll hit every goal — but I know I’ll be a better version of myself for trying. Hitting 1,000 subscribers on YouTube will be an exciting milestone and proof that consistency pays off.

Anyway, thanks for reading my first blog. Have an awesome year yourself! Be sure to set BIG goals — and share your own in the comments below if you like! :)

— Nick Corvane