The funny thing about goals is that they are so important yet so easy to ignore or overlook. Take me for example. I set a goal earlier this year to have my AHL written on the Friday before the Sunday it needed to be posted. Well, here it is Tuesday. Not sure that my goal for posting on the blog is working.
Do you have goals that do not seem to be working? Goals seem simple but in fact they are complicated. They require thought and attention. They need to be realistic and measurable. Too often, people set lofty goals - I will run 10 miles by the weekend - without laying the foundation. How about just setting a goal to run one mile? And then build up from there.
There is a saying - How do you eat an elephant? One bit at a time. Well the same thing can be said for losing weight - except you take one less bite at a time. Small movements on the scale are easier to plan for and easier to achieve. And, they are healthier, One to two pounds a week is manageable, measurable, achievable.
Another key thing about goals is accountability. Who is in your corner reminding you of what you hope to achieve? It may be annoying in the moment to have somone remind you to "put down that peanut butter cup" but if it reminds you of your goals, then it is worth it.
I'm cheering for you!
Love,
Tee
Activities and Questions:
Look at your goal list. Are they measurable and attainable?
If they are - how are you doing so far? Is there cause for celebration?
If they are not - how are you doing so far? Is there cause for correction?
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I've been out of touch for the past 2 weeks - so much going on in my life right now. One goal has been to make sure I post to the blog each week and I have missed checking in, reading the wonderful posts and posting. In some areas my goal list could use some revisiting and a few goals come to mind where measurement is in order and I must be more accountable to myself if I am to achieve them. However, there is cause for celebration because I have made great progress with weight, exercise and eating goals. Thanks for the reminder and wake up call Tee.
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