One reason why many of us fail to reach our objectives is that unexpected events knock us off course, such as a layoff, medical bills or an unplanned pregnancy. The key to getting past these is to build some flexibility into your planning. Manageable steps to larger goals should be written down, but not be considered set in stone. “It’s important to view plans as flexible and something you should consider updating from time to time,” Tyson said.
Manageable steps to larger goals should be written down, but not be considered set in stone.
Finally, even a plan that maps out a path to a goal one meticulous step at a time is unlikely to come to fruition if the planner isn’t motivated. Success is more likely if our objective is linked to a higher purpose that goes beyond ourselves. That could mean wanting a better life for our children or having the means to give back to the community.
For Maynard, who has worked closely with the U.S. military as a trainer and motivational speaker, his goal in climbing Kilimanjaro was to raise awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder and the growing number of veteran suicides. “You need to know why you’re doing what it is you’re doing,” Maynard said. “If you don’t have a good answer, you’re going to cave.”
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