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Tuesday, February 9, 2010

5 Reasons to set a goal today

Over the last month or so, I've been in a funk.  I hadn't an idea as to why, however, until this past weekend.  On a long and beautiful walk, it hit me:  Having just released my book, I've been frantically in promotion mode, wearing an infinite number of hats and going in many different directions...all without knowing what, exactly, I'm trying to achieve.  As a result, I've felt as though I've been running 100 miles a minute, but not really getting anywhere.

My attempt to do everything has counteracted my ability to actually focus on a goal and achieve it.  My walk gave me the down-time necessary to set a couple of goals for the next month or two and, within minutes, I found my funk slowly dissipate, my mood begin to lift and new-found energy percolate.

The simple act of goal-setting is very important to each and everyone of us and our overall well-being and happiness.  Here are some reasons why:

  1. Direction: Without even the smallest of goals, it is easy to feel as though we lack direction or are lost.  Having goals focuses our energy, and enables us to work towards something we value. 
  2. Individual Purpose: Goals, whether big or small, are vitally important to giving us individuality and purpose.  Goals can be personal, social, political...anything that you find important to you and your life. Goals are individual to you and your needs, wishes, desires and dreams, and so, YOU drive what they should be.
  3. Boosting Self-Esteem: Without goals we don't have accomplishments.  Every time you set a goal and reach it, you prove to yourself that you are capable of achieving what you set out to achieve.  This results in a natural boost to our self-esteem and a deeper belief in oneself.
  4. Positive Reinforcement: When we accomplish our goals, we reinforce our belief in ourselves to set and accomplish new ones.   This helps to muffle negativity, doubt and fear, making way for a "can do" attitude that helps us continue to strive.
  5. To Reach our Full Potential: Goals enable us to move beyond our comfort zone and become the best we can be.  They allow us to take-on new and exciting challenges and help us grow as individuals.

Are you a goal setter?  Do you feel "lost" or in a "funk" when you aren't working towards a goal? What positives do you see or feel from setting goals?



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  • J Montana™'s Avatar
    Posted by J Montana™ Tue Nov 24, 2009 8:59am PST

    I refuse to allow negativity in my life. I have a disabled child. I do not have time to be in a funk. These are great tips. There is a time, when you just have to stand up and do it, because its right.

    Have a great Thanksgiving, Brett.

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  • Brett Blumenthal - Sheer Balance's Avatar
    Posted by Brett Blumenthal - Sheer Balance Tue Nov 24, 2009 9:18am PST

    Thanks J Montana! You too!

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  • andylamont's Avatar
    Posted by andylamont Wed Nov 25, 2009 9:05am PST

    After reading your post I am going out to purchase your book for I sense you speak fronm your heart and your honesty and enthusiasm is the best promotional tools you can possibly utilize to sell anything.

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  • Sean's Avatar
    Posted by Sean Wed Nov 25, 2009 10:29am PST

    This couldn't be further from the truth. I've been in that very situation for a while now, and it's beginning to take a major toll, and I couldn't figure out why until I read this.

    Thank you, Brett! :)

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  • Sean's Avatar
    Posted by Sean Wed Nov 25, 2009 10:30am PST

    Closer to the truth. Sorry

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  • LucyG's Avatar
    Posted by LucyG Wed Nov 25, 2009 11:43am PST

    So interesting post... Thanks Brett for sharing... I hope I can get your book here in Guatemala. Happy Thanksgiving Day!

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  • CityGirl58's Avatar
    Posted by CityGirl58 Wed Nov 25, 2009 12:14pm PST

    I like this. Especially with the New Year just around the corner, it is important to set goals.

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  • Melissa A's Avatar
    Posted by Melissa A Wed Nov 25, 2009 3:58pm PST

    Goal Setter / Achiever / Funk Feeler / Occasional Defeatist = Me

    I'm adding this to my favorites for those times when the funk hits.

    "My attempt to do everything has counteracted my ability to actually focus on a goal and achieve it." This is THE MOST frustrating feeling because you have to make a decision on what goal you won't focus on - and you know each goal you dream of is important. You're lost and confused. Most likely because these "busy" goals don't relate any longer to your values. So you need to take a walk, breather and figure it out again.

    Thank you for writing this article.

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  • sonia's Avatar
    Posted by sonia Wed Nov 25, 2009 4:14pm PST

    I am a forty years old woman, a wife and a mom, yet just enrolled university a year ago for a BS degree in legal studies. My plan is to ontain a law degree within 10 years. I can't agree more to all of those 5 reasons why a person should set a goal. I have a few friends who are in their midlife funk because they don't have a new goal after raising children and supporting husband for the couple of decade. Now the husband is retired and the kids are grown, they are left in a empty nest without a goal. They have nothing to do other than sit in a funk. I certainly don't want to be in the set of such circumstances. I had, have, and always will set a goal at a time for my life.

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  • taylove's Avatar
    Posted by taylove Thu Nov 26, 2009 3:06am PST

    love you!

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