As 2025 draws to a close, many of us start reflecting on what we want to improve in the year ahead. Not surprisingly, two of the most common resolutions are about health and wealth. But what if the key to improving both lies in realizing how deeply connected, they are?

At Return on Life^® Wealth Partners, we believe your financial well-being and physical well-being aren’t separate pursuits — they’re part of the same balanced life. The choices you make for your body, your business, and your bank account all influence each other. For example, financial stress doesn’t just affect your wallet — it can impact your sleep, mood, relationships, and even long-term health. Likewise, neglecting your physical or mental health can lead to costly medical issues and lower productivity.

When you invest time in your health — through exercise, rest, or preventive care — you’re also improving your ability to make sound financial decisions. After all, it’s hard to think clearly about your money when you’re running on empty.

If you’re looking for ways to strengthen the connection between health and wealth to create greater balance in your life, consider the tips and action steps below.

Create healthy habits

Successful people don’t achieve balance by accident — they create it intentionally. Start by identifying your core values and non-negotiables, then schedule time for them. 

The key to forming new habits is to be specific and clear about your goals. Whether you’re saving for the future or working toward fitness goals, success often comes down to consistency and mindset.

• Consistency counts: Saving money and staying active share a powerful trait: delayed gratification. Small, repeatable actions, like contributing regularly to a savings plan or committing to daily walks, compound into long-term results.

• Mindset matters: A scarcity mindset can keep you stuck in fear and hesitation, while a growth mindset helps you make progress and adapt when challenges arise. And don’t underestimate the value of rest. Mental clarity can lead to financial decisions that support, rather than undermine, your goals.

Focus on the long game

Just like training for a marathon, building wealth is about pacing yourself, staying disciplined over time, and monitoring progress toward your desired outcomes.  

The start of a new year is an ideal time to review your financial “fitness plan” to help ensure your investment, insurance, retirement, tax, and estate planning strategies are aligned with your current lifestyle and future goals. Keep in mind, skipping your financial checkups can be as risky as skipping medical ones, since small issues can compound over time.

Lead by example

If you’re a business owner, you know firsthand how intertwined your personal health and your company’s success can be. It’s easy to sacrifice sleep, exercise, or family time in pursuit of growth — but those sacrifices can eventually hurt your business.

Sustainable success comes from systems, delegation, and boundaries. When leaders prioritize their health, they model balance for their teams. Investing in employee wellness also pays off through higher engagement, lower turnover, and a stronger bottom line.

Remember: You can’t lead a healthy business if you’re not a healthy leader.

Maintain balance

While maintaining balance can be difficult at times, it is by no means impossible. For example, the holiday season can be a joyful but challenging time for waistlines and wallets alike. Consider the following strategies to help you maintain balance and stay on track as the year wraps up:

• Celebrate with moderation — both financially and personally.
• Review year-end opportunities for charitable giving, income deferral, and tax strategies as appropriate for your situation.
• Avoid “holiday hangovers” from overspending, overeating, or overcommitting.
• Use downtime to reflect on what went well this year — and what you want to improve next year.

Get a jumpstart on your goals

Seeking to put your best foot forward in the new year? Get started with the following action steps:

1. Automate smart habits. Set up automatic savings and recurring investments.
2. Schedule your checkups. Your financial and physical health both deserve annual attention.
3. Protect your time. Build non-negotiable self-care into your schedule.

If you can’t do everything at once, start small. Consistency beats perfection!

Ready to plan for the health and wealth outcomes you seek in 2026?

Call us at 440.740.0130 or visit ReturnOnLifeWealth.com to talk about strategies tailored to health and wealth goals. And be sure to follow Frank Wealth Insights for more conversations about building balance in every area of life.

Investment advisory services are offered through Planned Financial Services, LLC, dba Return on Life Wealth Partners, an SEC-registered investment adviser. The views expressed are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute specific financial, legal, investment, or tax advice. Please consult a qualified professional before making any financial decisions.

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