Set Financial Goals That Reflect Values

Growing wealth helps long-held dreams come true

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Financial freedom isn’t just about saving more or spending less — it’s a powerful force for designing a life with clarity, purpose, balance and joy.

From funding a sabbatical to paying off debt, meaningful goals align with values. Research backs the impact: One CNBC survey found that 65 percent of Americans say having just $1,000 in savings improves their mental well-being.

With the right mindset, habits and inspiration, anyone can move from surviving to thriving, beginning with one intentional step at a time.

Let Your Real Life Grow Even Bigger Than Your Dreams

Jeanne Kelly, credit expert, identity theft expert, speaker and founder of Jeanne Kelly Credit Coach Services, joined money experts at Experian, a consumer credit reporting company, to feel the freedom to dream through inspiring financial goals.

“Financial freedom means not feeling weighed down by debt,” Kelly said. “The moment I stopped carrying credit card balances was the first time I truly felt empowered.

“I also like to stay three payments ahead on my installment loans,” she said. “It gives me peace of mind, like a built-in emergency buffer. That…