Are you a goal setter? When you begin your day, do you set intentions? The ability to set goals helps set intentions for what our days will look like. However, a goal not written is only a dream. What is your intention for your week? Does it include family time? I chose this week to review goals I had set at the beginning of the New Year.
One of my goals was to create memories for my grandchildren, building my emotional bank account by planning outings with them. As an example of what that would look like- having a girls and boys weekend sleepover.
This year my third oldest got to go out for lunch with the older two boys and Grandma in the Fall (A tradition started when the oldest turned 6).
Reality, this will need careful preparation and planning.
Options, making sure that I am present when they are telling me something that is of interest for them, like telling me a story. What I wanted this goal to accomplish was to create memories for the grandkids of special times spent with Grandma and Grandpa.
The ability to set goals involves our Intellectual wellness. I use the GROW METHOD to set goals. G stands for the goal I want to attain; R is the reality of the goal, based in what I value; O is for options, what are they, choosing between them and making the best decision for the best results. W stands for why is it important for me to attain this goal and when is the accountability, how will I know if I have achieved the intention of the goal?
In the past five years, when I set goals, I begun with the end in mind. What do I want the goal to help me achieve in my life? Most of the goals were set with my personal mission statement in mind. What legacy do I want to leave? There are times when circumstances change, when the unexpected happens. I believe that goal setting is the will to succeed, however, the act of writing down goals is vital to being prepared. When you are in a state of being prepared (preparedness), you have a powerful tool in your kit for handling the sudden changes in circumstances that life can and will bring. Being in a state of preparedness helps me not to react emotionally to circumstances. I can be truly proactive. I can act with integrity. My choices are value driven because my values are clear. Would you like this for your life? Life-coaching can help you set goals and be accountable. Here is a thought; the will to succeed is important the will to be prepared is vital. Have a beautiful and blessed day.
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