Speaker 1: Hey everyone, Rachel Carter here and welcome back to morning Mindset,
your daily dose of positivity to kickstart your day. You
know that feeling when you wake up with a million
ideas swirling around in your head, but by lunchtime everything's
fizzled out. Ever felt like goals just slip through your
fingers like sand. Trust me, I get it. Life can
feel like one giant distraction marathon sometimes, and staying focused
on what we truly want can be a real challenge.
But guess what, it doesn't have to be that way.
We're diving deep into goal setting today because, let's face it,
without clear goals, we're just kind of drifting through life.
We need those guiding stars to keep us on track
and headed in the right direction. So buckle up, grab
your coffee, and let's get this mental game plan rolling.
First things first, make sure your goals are actually your goals,
not something someone else expects from you, not some societal pressure,
but something that truly lights aff within you. Think about
what makes you feel alive, what excites you, what kind
of impact you want to make on the world. Your
goals should be a reflection of your passions and values,
not just checkboxes on a to do list. Remember, life's
too short to chase someone else's dreams. Next up, break
those big, hairy, audacious goals down into smaller, bite sized steps.
We all know the feeling of being overwhelmed when faced
with a mountain of work. Right, That's where this comes
in handy. Instead of staring down at that massive everest
you want to conquer, focus on taking one step at
a time. What's the very next thing you can do
to move closer to your goal. Maybe it's reading an
article about your dream career or scheduling a meeting with
someone who inspires you. Small steps add up. Don't forget
to schedule time for your goals. Seriously, treat them like
any other important appointment. Block out time in your calendar
specifically dedicated to working towards your aspirations. You wouldn't cancel
a doctor's appointment because something else popped up, would you,
So why treat your own dreams with less importance. Now,
let's talk about celebrating those winds, big and small. Acknowledge
your progress and give yourself credit for every milestone you reach.
It's easy to get caught up in the next goal,
but taking a moment to appreciate how far you've come,
keeps you motivated and inspired. Think of it like this.
You wouldn't run a marathon without celebrating reaching certain mile markers, right.
The same goes for your life goals. And finally, remember
that setbacks are part of the journey. They're not failures,
they're learning opportunities. Don't let us stumble derail your entire progress.
Learn from it, dust yourself off, and keep moving forward.
You've got this. Ever felt like you were on top
of the world, full of energy and ready to conquer anything.
Then bam, life froze you a curveball, and suddenly your
feeling defeated and discouraged. Maybe you missed a deadline, didn't
get that promotion you wanted, or even just had a
really rough day. But here's the thing, those feelings are temporary.
It happened to me last week. I was completely consumed
by planning this podcast series, and then my computer decided
to take an inscheduled break. Talk about frustrating. For a moment,
I felt like everything was falling apart, but instead of
spiraling down, I took a deep breath, reminded myself that
setbacks are part of the process, and got back on
track to Day's episode is all about getting your mindset
right for achieving your goals. Remember, you have the power
to create the life you want. Let me leave you
with this, what's one small step you can take to
day towards a goal you're passionate about. Maybe it's that
research project you've been putting off, or finally reaching out
to some one who inspires you. Whatever it is, make
it happen. Share your goals in the comments. I love
hearing from all of you, and till next time, keep
shining bright. This podcast is created with the help of
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