What I want to write about today is about goals and how to set them.Most people talk about goals as if they are a fantasy that they will automatically THINK themselves into. They look like this:
"I want to lose 25 pounds."
It's bland, boring, and simply desire.
It's great to want to lose 25 pounds, but there is nothing PULLING you toward that goal.
Instead, set a goal with your end result in mind. Ask yourself some basic questions:
- What can I do when I ______ that I can't do now?
- What will I enjoy when I ______ that I can't enjoy now?
- How can I benefit _____ when I ______ that I can't benefit _____ now?
If you picture yourself at your goal, don't just picture how you look or feel, picture yourself doing things differently, more adventurously. Create a compelling goal.
"I will lose 25 pounds in order to play with my kids longer, be more attractive to my wife and increase our love-life, and be able to fit confidently in my work clothes."
It is compelling and motivating. Inspires you to act rather than to wish.
Now set a goal and go act on it.
PS. This post is about 210 words. Sorry.
