For most of my life, I don’t think I really had any goals. When the new year rolled around I’d say I wanted to lose weight or I wanted to go on more adventures. But those were just words that fell to the floor and disappeared as the days, weeks, months, and years went by.
In 2016, I started writing down my goals and I started writing them down monthly. I wanted to make a positive change in my life.
By writing them down, you will realize you have goals that you’ve never said out loud before. You will have a visual guide of things to strive for. Right before your eyes, you will see the development and finishing of ideas that will better your life.
Did you even know you wanted to lose 2 lbs by the end of the month? Did you even know you were capable of it? The idea may have been buried in the back of your head somewhere, waiting to be achieved. But unless you’re seeing it, living it, and striving for it – will it ever really get accomplished?
Split your goals up into long term and short term goals. And always remember to be realistic. You want to lose inches on your waist? That’s awesome! But it may be more of a long term goal than short term. You want to see your friends twice a month at least? You should! And make that a short term goal, make it happen now.
And always throw in little goals on top of your big goals, ones you know you can make happen. You’ve been wanting to add some positive pieces to your home. So write it down and go out and buy some plants this afternoon. You’ve already accomplished something, so imagine how much further you can go!
When the end of the month is nearing, you’ll see that you’re very close to reaching some of your goals and that makes you push harder to finish them before the next month begins. Or you’ll see that some of your goals just can’t happen this month, but it’s okay because you’ll work towards completing it next month.
Writing down your goals is the simplest way to motivate yourself and make life changes. The whole process has turned my entire life around and moving towards a more positive direction. Make the list and soon you’ll be crossing off those goals one by one. You’ll be so much closer to your dreams and your happiness.
Pretty much!
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So true. I started doing annual reviews a view years ago, inspired by chrisguillebeau.com and it’s made such a difference.
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It seems like such a small thing but it really makes a huge difference!
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Very useful! I will Definitely work on it!
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You def should, it helped me out a lot! 🙂
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Reblogged this on George2.
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Thanks for reblogging 🙂
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My pleasure 💞
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So very true. And even shorter term goals like a To Do List every day can motivate us to achieve things on a daily basis. Great post Rosie.
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Yes! My to-do list makes my days a thousand times easier. Thank you 🙂
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Mine too!
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Oh gosh, you’re 100% right. I have so many goals, ideas, and dreams floating around in my head that I know I’d benefit by writing them down on paper.
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You really should! I swear just by having it written in your planner or somewhere in your phone can help you accomplish so much!
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I’m really going to make an effort to. Jot down blogging goals, fitness goals, etc. Thanks for the advice!
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No prob I hope it helps 🙂
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I have a different perspective about To Do Lists. If you have some time, please do visit.
http://wp.me/p73yZZ-5c
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I agree with what you say Rosie – writing down your goals will help you to achieve them, so long as you do not share them with anyone. See this article for the science behind this counterintuitive claim: https://levishedated.wordpress.com/2016/04/04/shared-from-wordpress/
Love your blog by the way – followed it like a shot!
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Wow I’ve actually never thought about not sharing them with anyone. I don’t do that unless I’m getting really close and need help but mostly I keep them to myself. I’ll give that article a read soon 🙂
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It came as a surprise to me too Rosie, but made perfect sense when I read it.
I’ve had the same experience as the author (of that article) but had never realised what was happening. It all depends on who you share with I guess – some people can be supportive, and others … not. I’d be interested to know what you think when you read it. No rush – I know we all have busy lives.
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I thought it was very interesting! I can definitely believe the science behind it, naysayers and other people’s opinions tend to ruin a lot of people’s dreams
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Yeah – that was pretty much the gist of it. 🙂
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How interesting that I just (re)started doing this today! 🙂
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That’s awesome!! Hope it helps 🙂
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Such an awesome post! Love this!!
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Thank you :)!
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absolutely true. i never used to write down goals so i used to feel like i made no progress and nothing was getting done – now i do write down my goals i actually work harder towards achieving them x
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same with me 🙂 It makes such a huge difference!
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Great advice. I try to make a daily goal list and when I do…it’s awesome.
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I have nominated your for Blogger Recognition Award. Congrats! http://moonlightpsychology.com/2016/04/06/blogger-recognition-award-3/
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sorry this comment went to spam so I didn’t see it right away! Thank you so much I will do it asap :)!!!
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ok! don´t worry! Congrats! 🙂
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