Personal Goals

Element IV: The Human Being

A goal is a clearly defined point -- an objective to be reached. Like a city on a map, a goal is a destination to which one journeys. And just like a journey, once a specific goal or destination has been reached, it becomes the starting point for the next destination. Together, all your goals form a master plan -- an itinerary for a well planned trip.

Life goals are like the destinations on a travelers map. They must be clearly defined in advance of the journey. Otherwise you might easily get lost and never find your way. You can decide how long you want to take to get there; either very fast or at a leisurely pace. You can also decide how long you want to stay there too before you go on to the next destination. Sometimes this is very important because you may need to do certain things in your current destination to prepare (like putting more gas in the car) before going on to the next goal.

The important point is this: a good traveler always plans a trip in advance to be sure they know where they want to go, how long it will take to get there, what supplies and tools (like a compass) they'll need for their journey and most importantly to know when they've arrived!

For the smart navigator, clearly defined destinations; goals are prizes to focus on. And once you've arrived safe and sound you'll not only know it, but you'll have a great sense of pride in the accomplishment that you did it yourself! But....with a lot of hard work, and commitment. So, goals are a vision for your future of where you want to go and that clear vision will pull you like a magnet through the toughest times. Create a compelling future!

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