Your Financial Goals How much money will you need at retirement? This is a critical first step. The essence of our business is to help you have enough money to live comfortably. There is more to a comfortable retirement, however, than just the money. There is also thoughtful meditation on what your life's purpose is, and the legacy you want to establish. What are your real goals? What are your real dreams? Your money should facilitate those. Were you made to create, lead, study, organize, heal, cultivate, teach ­or something else altogether? Be ruthlessly honest about yourself and follow your dreams. Maybe you’d like to save enough to go back to school, or teach, or be able to go on an extended missions trip… …Or develop a new hobby, like painting or learning how to fly or fixing up a ‘68 Mustang; or take acting classes or better yet become an actor (without starving)… …Maybe you want to resign from your corporate job and work for the non-profit of your choice… …Perhaps you'd like to travel extensively. See The Seven Wonders of the World. Or find your ancestors’ homes in Europe, Africa, or Asia. What is your passion? The point is you have to determine what you’re passionate about; you will become great at what you really love. Arthur Miller once wrote, “It is using one’s endowed giftedness to serve the world with excellence and, through that service, to love and honor God.” You have only one life to live. Make the most of it. Bolen | Dodson & Associates can help. Our mission is to help you live an inspired life, free from worry about your money matters.