Setting goals is one of the best ways to make sure that you live a fulfilling life. Even though life can take twists and turns suddenly and you can’t always guarantee you can predict the future, it helps to have an idea of what you’d like. In order to feel successful in your life, it’s crucial to have clear intentions of what success means for you. If you’re not sure what kind of goals to set for yourself, then take a look at some of the best ones to hit by 40.

Create a Will

Over half of Americans over the age of 18 don’t have a will. Planning your estate is essential if anything unexpected were to happen to you. Most people don’t want to start thinking about their death in their younger age. After all, who expects tragedy at a young age?
However, it’s essential to plan your estate so that you can protect yourself and your loved ones from potentially unfavorable outcomes. Even if you don’t have that many assets, you should have a plan for where it should all go. It’s particularly important if you have kids. You want to make sure they’re taken care of!

Build a Support System

Your career isn’t the only thing that measures your success. For many people, true fulfillment is loving and being loved. Make a point of finding your people in life. Surround yourself with like-minded people who empower you and your ideas.
You can create a lot more with others than you can all on your own. Build a team of people that motivate you and stand by your side when you need someone most.

Get Financially Organized

Taking control of your finances is one of the most practical ways to live a more comfortable life. Being resourceful and smart with your money is the best way to make sure that you reach your ultimate potential.
Squandering your resources only ends up wasting resources and leaving you to feel out of control. 

Accept Challenges

Only going down the easy road of life will be doing yourself a huge disservice. Rather than choosing the path of least resistance in life, choose the path that challenges you. Don’t shy away from situations that push you to try harder or step outside of your comfort zone. Most successful people didn’t get to where they are by it being handed to them. Work for what you want in life!

Improve Yourself

Life can throw us a lot of curveballs. By the time you’re 40, it’s easy to find yourself carrying around all sorts of baggage that will weigh you down. Rather than believing you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, strive not only to identify how you could be a better person, but improve yourself.