Goals vs. Resolutions

Here we are again; the beginning of a new year. It's that time of year when everyone set their minds on RESOLUTIONS. People get excited about starting over, doing things different, and reaching a set goal. My question is why wait until January 1st of each year to work toward a goal?

There is a difference between goals and resolutions. While both are great, we tend to get caught up in the notion of moving at the beginning of a calendar year opposed to moving all year. When we have a goal in mind we need to push toward that goal rather it is January, June, or October. I think this is where many fail at successful resolutions.

When setting a resolution the focus is on reaching a short term goal. Short term goals typically remain short term because the effort is focused on time. Often people give up on short term goals when they don't see quick results. In the end most are left with failed resolutions because the mind isn't truly set on a lifetime goal. Yet, when thinking of lifetime goals time is not a factor. The plan for a lifetime goal is usually long term, life changing, and continuous. Which sounds better, a possible failed resolution or an achieved lifetime goal?

I challenge you to set a goal and work on it as long as it take to see success. Resolutions are not the answer to changing your life; goal setting and hard work no matter the time of year is the formula to changing your life. It all start with changing your mindset. Stop thinking short term only; think long term. Long term thinking will yield lifetime results. So I ask, do you want to focus on a resolution or a lifetime goal? I'll put my focus on a lifetime goal! I hope to see you on the other side, which is success!

Until next time!