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Happy Wednesday, Reader!

So... I've been writing in a 5 year journal (5 lines per day, 5 years worth of prompts on a page). I'm on year 2, and it's fascinating to see how last year’s reflections shaped this year’s changes, all from just 5 minutes a day. There is so much power in awareness, that I'm utilizing our first round of GOAL30 to understand and improve my own relationship with overwhelm. In just 3 days, I'm learning already so much. I’ll share more soon, but for now, here are the latest updates from The Cheerful Mind!

Cheers!

PS: Reply to this email with questions or feedback—I love hearing from you!

🎯 ACCOUNTABILITY SUCCESS CIRCLE

🚨 SAVE THE DATE FOR GOAL30 ROUND 2! 🚨​
Round 1 of GOAL30 is underway, and our next 30-day challenge kicks off on Thursday, March 5!

What is GOAL30?​
GOAL30 is a 30-day challenge designed to help you focus on one meaningful goal—personal or professional—and make progress through consistent action, reflection, and honest accountability. It’s not about perfection or doing more, but about making real, sustainable progress in a way that fits your actual life.

Why join?

• Dedicated space to work on what matters most to you
• Encouragement, flexibility, and community support
• Real progress—no hustle required

Not sure what to work on? No problem. The next round includes an optional 30-day focus on Career & Money foundations — perfect for anyone looking to make intentional progress in their work, finances, or professional confidence.

Save the date, and stay tuned next week for registration details!

If you’re curious about how GOAL30 works, or what the Accountability Success Circle has to offer, you can always reply with questions or check out more info here.

✨ Special Offer:​
The GOAL Together Program (all GOAL30 rounds for 2026 plus the Annual Planning Retreat in Denver, CO) is open for registration! Work on your goals all year and plan 2027 with us in October!

🎉 Community Corner

I wanted to give you a peek behind the scenes at the incredible variety of goals our current GOAL30 community is working on right now:

Here’s what some of our members are focusing on this month:

• Rediscovering self-authenticity and breaking free from old patterns
• Finishing a fitness & nutrition challenge (and reclaiming space at home!)
• Sparking creativity by 3D printing something new every day
• Creating a new “religion” based on playfulness and joy
• Simplifying systems for more presence at home and as a parent
• Building confidence and mindset around work, sales, and marketing
• Training for an epic walking trek across the West Highland Way
• Tracking nutrition, increasing protein, and finding balance with real-life eating
• Adding more fruits, veggies, and hydration (even during football season)
• Reducing chaos and reclaiming a sense of calm and control

Every goal is unique, and every step forward counts. Whether it’s a big transformation or a small but meaningful shift, our community is supporting each other to make real progress.

🗓️ Upcoming Events

• GOAL30 Round 2 Launch: March 5
• 2027 Annual Planning Retreat: October 15-19, 2026 (Denver, CO)

🎙THE ACCOMPLISHMENT PROJECT

This Week's Featured Episode:​
​🎧 Episode 4: Success That Didn't Feel Like Success (with Barb Wade)

In this Accomplishment Story episode, executive coach Barb Wade shares her journey from Hollywood acting and DreamWorks leadership to 25+ years in transformational coaching. Barb opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, redefining success, and why true fulfillment means focusing on what’s within your control. It’s a grounded, honest conversation about accomplishment from the inside out.

Want to catch up? You can explore the full archive of podcast episodes and articles — all designed to help you build meaningful, sustainable accomplishment without pressure or burnout.

Want to support The Accomplishment Project?​
If this work resonates, subscribing or following the podcast helps more than you might realize.

I’m also actively gathering real-life stories as part of my long-term research on accomplishment. If you’re interested in contributing your perspective and being part of the dataset behind this project, I’d love to hear from you — you can share your thoughts by filling out this form.

🧠 SCIENCE OF PEOPLE

I love helping People School students grow by building one of life’s most essential skills: communication. Whether it’s connecting more deeply, navigating tough conversations, or advancing your career, strong communication is at the heart of every meaningful goal.

Something for you to think about this week: In what areas of your life is communication most challenging—and how might you address it?

Want to build real-world people skills? Learn more from Vanessa Van Edwards and Science of People (I'm proud to serve as the People School Accountability Coach!).

PRIVATE COACHING

Limited openings are available for ‘Life by Design’ sessions—a warm, no-pressure conversation if you’re feeling stuck or ready for change.

Apryl Zarate Schlueter is the founder of The Cheerful Mind, where she helps people redefine success through clarity, intention, and sustainable accomplishment.
She’s a certified coach, co-founder of the Accountability Success Circle, and the author of Finding Success in Balance. She also hosts The Accomplishment Project, exploring what it really means to live a fulfilling, accomplished life.​
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