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BECOMING A GOAL SETTER
I have always been a goal setter. But I don’t always accomplish all of my goals. I am pretty sure I have had the goal “journal regularly” on my list for the last 20 years and fail miserably year after year. But that’s okay. I believe the reason to have goals is not necessary to feel good or bad about ourselves, but to strive to become the best version of ourselves. We should constantly be pushing to become a better version of ourselves. Setting goals helps us get there.
There is a law of attraction in life. The things we focus on, talk about, think about, or believe, WILL happen. Have you ever noticed how successful people keep having more success? Or sad and negative people only see sad and depressing things in life, and keep experiencing them? What you put your energy into, will return to you.
GOALS
The first and most important thing is to write down your goals. When we write down our goals they become real. They are no longer just a wish or a thought. Be specific with your goals. Identify when you want to complete the goal and how you will measure its completion. For example: I will send out 10 résumés by December 31st. You have given yourself a finish goal deadline. You will know it is completed because you will have sent out all 10 résumés.
OBSTACLES
As we set our goals, obstacles are bound to arise. We might have the thought that we don’t have enough time, we aren’t smart enough, or we are not capable of reaching what we most desire. Equally important as setting goals is identifying the obstacles that keep us from reaching them. Make a list of as many things you can think of that might get in your way from completing your goals. Now you’re on the offensive.
STRATEGY
Once you have a detailed list of your obstacles, it is time to form strategies. Figure out ways that you can overcome the obstacles. Don’t let yourself get overwhelmed and definitely don’t underestimate your potential. If one of your obstacles is that you don’t know how to do something, your strategy can be to learn how to do it or to find someone else to do it for you. Often, when we feel stuck, we slip into inaction. Don’t let that happen! You can do anything you set your mind to do. Remember you are in control of your mind and your thoughts.
As you work towards your goals you will see your own growth. Your mind will get stronger and you’ll begin to cultivate confidence. The amazing thing about goal setting is that whether or not you reach your goals, you are guaranteed to become a better, more-improved version of yourself.
