Achieving Your Goals: Setting & Reaching Your Goals for Success

How many times over the years have we set goals and expectations and never really achieved them?

Here are some reasons we don’t achieve our goals:

  1. Our goals are too big.
  2. Our goals are based on society’s expectation of you.
  3. We aren’t actually interested or invested in the goal.
  4. Our goals are based on others’ goals or accomplishments.

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The key to success in any endeavor is setting meaningful, attainable goals. Goals give us something to strive for and help us stay focused on our vision. They help us stay on track and remind us of our desired outcome.

  1. Set realistic goals that are achievable and measurable. Don’t set goals that are too lofty or unrealistic, as they can be difficult to reach and lead to feelings of discouragement. Having accountability with others helps to keep goals achievable as well.
  2. Break down large goals into smaller ones. This makes it easier to stay on track and keep progressing towards your goal. Checking on your progress regularly help to keep it active.
  3. Make sure to celebrate your progress. Achieving small goals is just as important as reaching your larger goal, so make sure to recognize your successes along the way.
  4. Stay focused and motivated. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t reach your goal right away. Persevere and stay focused on your goal and you’ll eventually get there.

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Setting new goals and creating new routines and habits can be scary. So it’s also very important to be mindful how we talk to ourselves as we work towards our desired outcome. Practicing daily positive affirmations is important to attaining our goals. Not letting fearful or unhelpful thoughts overcome your mental space is going to be something you work through on a regular basis. However, with the right supportive circle, determination and persistence you can achieve anything you put your mind to.

“I am lucky that whatever fear I have inside me, my desire to win is always stronger”

Serena Williams, Professional Tennis Player

Takeaway

A fresh start is a powerful thing! The new year brings a new opportunity to define your goals for your personal life and your business. Take some time this week to consider where you’d like to see yourself in the next 3 months, and write out your goals. Make sure your goal is S.M.A.R.T. Remember to think about why you are making this goal your goal.

Comment below one of your goals for the new year.

2 responses to “Achieving Your Goals: Setting & Reaching Your Goals for Success”

  1. literallylaurie Avatar
    literallylaurie

    This is helpful and aligns with my own thinking! I need to celebrate my success more! 🙂

    1. Chanelle Spencer, LCSW Avatar

      Yes! Celebrate those wins Laurie, you deserve it 💜

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2 responses to “Achieving Your Goals: Setting & Reaching Your Goals for Success”

  1. This is helpful and aligns with my own thinking! I need to celebrate my success more! 🙂

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