Extended & In Your Voice

The Monthly Self-Growth Curriculum: How to Level Up Your Life in 30 Days (Without Losing Your Mind)

Let’s Be Real…

If you’re like me, every January you sit down with your cute journal, three different pens, maybe even a vision board, and you tell yourself: This is my year! 🙌 Then life happens, stress happens, McDonald’s drive-thru happens… and by February, you don’t even remember what the goal was.

But recently, I stumbled on this TikTok trend that actually makes sense—Monthly Self-Growth Curriculums—and bestie, it’s the first “self-improvement” thing I’ve seen in years that doesn’t make me want to roll my eyes.

So… What Exactly Is a Monthly Curriculum?

Think of it like school—but you’re the teacher AND the student, and the only homework is making your life better.

Instead of making big overwhelming goals like “lose 50 pounds” or “start a business” all at once, you break your growth into small, themed months. Each month, you focus on one area—your health, your creativity, your confidence, your money—and set a few mini goals.

Example:

• Mindfulness Month: Meditate for 5 minutes a day, write down 3 things you’re grateful for, go for a walk without your phone.

• Creativity Month: Take one art class, cook a new recipe every week, write a short story just for fun.

• Glow-Up Month: Stick to your skincare routine, drink 64 oz of water, move your body 20 min daily.

  
  

Why This Works (Even If You’re “Bad” at Sticking to Goals)

We live in a world that wants you to do everything at once. Social media says you should have perfect skin, a six-figure business, a spotless home, and a man who cooks for you—by Thursday.

The monthly curriculum trend is different because it takes away the pressure to be everything all at once. You get 30 days to just focus on one vibe, and because it’s short-term, your brain sees it as doable.

Plus, when you stack those months back-to-back? You look up in a year and realize you’ve completely leveled up.

How to Make Yours Work

1. Pick a Theme – Choose ONE focus for the month.

2. Set 3–5 Mini Goals – Nothing crazy, just small actions that add up.

3. Write It Down – Journal it, use a planner, or even a Notes app—just keep it visible.

4. Check In Weekly – Adjust if needed. Life is life.

5. Celebrate Wins – Even the small ones, because they matter.

   
   

My September Curriculum

Theme: Confidence Boost Month

• Take myself on a solo date every Friday (yes, I’m that girl at the café with a book and a croissant).

• Wear an outfit that makes me feel like Good every Monday.

• Say “yes” to at least one new opportunity each week.

  
  

Why You Should Try It

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like your life is on autopilot, a monthly self-growth curriculum is the reset button you didn’t know you needed. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being better.

So, who’s joining me? Drop a ✨ in the comments with your September theme. Let’s hold each other accountable, bestie.