It's Not Too Late to Start "the Great Lock-In" - Here Are 16 Finds for Your Year-End Goals

"By the time September arrives there's a lot going on, from preparing for the changing temperatures and back-to-school season to getting ready for the holidays ahead. With so much activity it's easy for your schedule to get out of sorts, but it can also be the best time to map out the coming months. That's where " the Great Lock-In" comes in."

"This TikTok-viral movement is all about using September 1 to December 31 as a period of personal growth in the areas that are most important to you. Although it's technically past the "start date," it's not too late to begin. In fact, I typically break my year into quarters, so the first month of "the Great Lock-In" is considered prep time for October through December in my book."

By September many routines shift due to changing temperatures, back-to-school schedules, and holiday preparations, making planning essential. The Great Lock-In uses September 1 through December 31 as a concentrated period for pursuing personal growth goals in priority areas. September can function as preparation time for an intensive October–December push, especially when the year is divided into quarters. Starting late still allows meaningful progress, since the movement treats the first month as prep. Sixteen goal-oriented products are recommended to support focused goal work. Purchases through provided links may generate a commission, and prices were accurate at publishing.

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