Dr Alan Zimmerman explained the purpose of life is simply happiness to most people. He also added that when he asks people what they want out of life, almost everyone says, “they just want to be happy.” It sounds so simple, isn’t it? He further indicated that the trouble is–most people don’t get nearly as much happiness as they would like. They may spend their entire lives trying to achieve certain goals or acquire certain things, thinking that will bring them happiness, but it never seems to last.

The reason is simple, people have been fed a lie. Some misguided “motivational speakers” have told them that if they’ll just write down their goals and achieve them, they’ll be happy. And some advertisements have also told them if they’ll just buy certain products, they’ll be happy — once and for all. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way. All too many people have worked hard to achieve their goals, expecting a great sense of fulfilment and satisfaction, only to find disappointment or fleeting joy.

Dr Zimmerman cited an example of the person who has the goal of getting a beautiful new boat. He works hard, saves money for a long time, does his research, picks out the best boat, and eventually buys it. He expects a great sense of accomplishment, pride, and happiness to wash over him, and perhaps it does for a short while. But ask that same man six months down the line, “How’s the boat?” and he may say, “Yeah, well, it’s okay, I guess.” In other words, the good feelings didn’t last all that long. The problem is no one ever told him that

GOALS AND PURPOSE OUGHT TO BE INTERWOVEN

If they’re not, he can work hard, achieve a lot, and feel little or nothing. It might interest you to know that People with a purpose drive the numbers and achieve goals. Research clearly shows that true motivation is driven by meaning and purpose rather than extrinsic rewards, numbers, and goals. That’s right! When you’re intrinsically motivated, you will be driven by meaning and purpose rather than craving for a mere extrinsic reward.

The Wikipedia has this to say about Goal setting, it involves the development of an action plan designed to motivate and guide a person or group toward a goal. Goals are more deliberate than desires and momentary intentions. Therefore, setting goals means that a person has committed thought, emotion, and behaviour towards attaining the goal.

WHAT IS GOAL SETTING AND EXAMPLES?

Goal setting is the process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable goals and timeframes. When you decide on a financial change to save more money and then set a certain amount aside to save each month, this is an example of goal setting.

WHAT IS GOAL SETTING AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Goal setting is a powerful process for thinking about your ideal future, and for motivating yourself to turn your vision of this future into reality. The process of setting goals helps you choose where you want to go in life.

WHAT ARE THE THREE BENEFITS OF GOAL SETTING?

The benefits of setting goals include greater direction, greater focus, increased productivity, and higher levels of motivation. Setting goals that are specific and measurable can transform your habits, your mindset, your confidence, and your daily actions.

WHAT ARE THE FIVE BENEFITS OF EFFECTIVE GOAL SETTING?

• Goals setting enhance a realistic timeline for accomplishment.
• Goals provide a better understanding of expectations. …
• Goals prevent clients or an individual from feeling overwhelmed. …
• Goals give clarity to decision making. …
• Goals provide a lasting purpose to achieve a healthier life.

SET GOALS                                                                                                   

Every moment of your life should be revolving around a goal you’ve set for yourself. Without a clear goal in mind, we tend to feel useless and disoriented. In order to avoid feeling this way, you should be determined about what you want to achieve, how and when.

YOUR GOAL SHOULD BE SOMETHING SMALLER BUT MORE MEANINGFUL FOR YOURSELF

Avoid setting strict deadlines or an enormous goal if you truly want to achieve something within a given time frame. Life is unpredictable and you shouldn’t limit yourself with any dates, though. Let your life move at its own pace and accept that it is never too late to achieve your goals.

The important thing is you should always have something that moves you ahead. Your goal is your guide, and you ought to be striving straight ahead to achieve it.

At this juncture, I would like to wish you a blissful morning, afternoon, or night, depending on the part of the world 🌎 you’re currently at. Do well to share if you have got value from this blog post of mine. Thank you

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