So lets think about this for a moment….. What exactly is a goal ? The dictionary defines it as : 1) the mark set as a limit to a race…. an area to be reached safely in a child’s game ; 2) Aim or Purpose (We are getting warmer here on #3) ; An area or object toward which PLAY is directed to score ; Or perhaps 4) a successful attempt to score.
Often times in creating an environment where we can assist others this has to be more clearly defined. So here is my take on it : A Goal is something that you strongly desire to achieve, so much so that you are willing to step out of being comfortable or step out of your “daily routine” to do things in alignment with achieving that goal. It should be measurable. It should be a clear picture of what your heart and mind desires; something that you desire strongly enough to take action on NOW. You should also be able to clearly see yourself in accomplishment of that goal in your mind.
This definition of a Goal is how I describe this to people when we are setting a system of goals in place to build their own home business. When an individual sets time aside to create these big Juicy Mental Images, they begin to rekindle their dreams. They again become self motivated and inspired to take action. Look around you today, and before you sit down and put a list together of goals – look around you and carefully review the people that have a ton of goals, a ton of inspiration. They are energized and full of life. On your ride to and from work – look around you at all the projects in work. Look at the road construction – it is a goal. Look at some construction of buildings – it is a goal. In fact, for some the mere goal of making it home in time for dinner tonight is a goal……
After you play with these thoughts, sit down and think about your life. Really think about it. Are you in the Home you desire? Are you in the Job or Career you desire? Are you in the Car you desire? If not, ask yourself – WHY NOT? These questions, while they may be a bit uncomfortable, are the beginning of knocking some cob webs out of your brain. Do you remember, as a child, how persistent you may have been while going after something you wanted??? You had a goal in mind and you relentlessly envisioned and asked for it. Go back to that state of thinking and begin to question why you may have given up your goals; then start all over again. Set some uncomfortable BIG HUGE goals, then allow that anxiety of how BIG they are and how difficult they will be to achieve, to fuel your ambition to get them. Then take action NOW!
Goals are the key to taking a bite out of life and having what you desire. When you are indeed having life on your terms think of the positive vibration you give to others. Think of how awesome it is that you brighten someone’s day. These are why goals are so vital. You have control over this if you take it. So today, do some of these exercises, and set some goals. Take a bite out of life and regain some of that childlike inspiration. Spread it around and affect the people around you in a positive manner. I know in my heart you will be pleasantly surprised as to how it goes. So set some goals!
Here is a link that will assist you in goal setting : http://www.topachievement.com/smart.html
