Often there is a subtle, unnoticed conflict between our stated goals and our values. The years of training and total commitment to winning an Olympic medal are only possible if the athlete profoundly believes they have the potential to succeed. Having many solid, vitally important reasons for our goals will drive us more powerfully than anything else. Knowing that family, friends, business partners or the entire world is cheering for us, counting on us and supporting us is critically important. Being clear and specific about the benefits that will come from completing our goals is a powerful motivator.
Some goals are so large or so far off that they are really just dreams or fantasies.
A useful goal is one you can work on today. If the first 9 questions haven't motivated you to action and created tangible, specific results, then ask number 10. Humans naturally seek and accomplish large goals, but we do best when the goal is tailored to our values, priorities and personal situation. TIP's is published by Email each weekend. Home Page Send Us Feedback Copyright 2000 by Philip E. Humbert.