Why Most New Goals Fail: A Wake-Up Call to the Motivation Myth

In the realm of personal growth, goal setting is often touted as the golden ticket to success, but the truth is, most people set goals for the new year with great fanfare, only to see them fade into the background of their daily lives.?

If you’re a regular gym goer, you will see this on repeat every year.?

In January, your nice, quiet temple of gains is in disarray, a mess of New Year resolutionists trying to get fit with all their might and taking up space on the machines, but by April, they are gone, and it's back to seeing regulars only.?

Gym businesses know this; they are massively over-subscribed.

They know that a percentage of their ‘members’ simply won't turn up; it's part of their business model; they rely on a certain percentage of them losing motivation in the first half of the year.?

The harsh reality is that motivation is a fickle mistress, prone to disappearing at the most inconvenient times.?

If you’re trying to achieve new goals, relying on motivation alone, you are setting yourself up for disappointment, a recipe for failure.

Instead, we need to embrace the unwavering power of discipline.?

Discipline is the unyielding force that propels us forward, even when the winds of motivation have died down.?

It's the ability to take action, not because we feel like it, but because we know it's necessary.

Those who achieve their goals are not slaves to motivation; they are masters of discipline.?

They understand that success is not a fleeting feeling but a relentless pursuit.?

They don't wait for motivation to strike; they create it through actions.

So, if you're tired of setting goals that never materialise, it's time to break free from the shackles of motivation and embrace the discipline that sets apart the achievers from the dreamers.

Breaking Down Goals into Manageable Chunks

Significant, ambitious goals can feel overwhelming and discouraging, making it easy to lose sight of them altogether.?

Instead of tackling everything at once, break down your goals into smaller, more manageable chunks.?

This makes the journey less daunting and provides a sense of accomplishment with each step you complete.

The Power of Quarterly, Monthly, Weekly, and Daily Plans

Establishing quarterly plans provides a broader framework for your goals, while monthly plans break down the quarter into more manageable chunks.?

Weekly plans further refine your goals, ensuring you stay on track, and daily plans set daily tasks that contribute to your overall success.

Mike Tyson's Words of Wisdom

Professional boxer Mike Tyson famously said, "Discipline is doing what you hate to do, but doing it as if you love it."?

This quote encapsulates the essence of goal achievement.?

When you approach your goals with discipline, even the most challenging tasks become manageable and less intimidating.

Achieving Long-Term Goals

Achieving long-term goals requires consistent effort and perseverance.?

Don't be discouraged by setbacks or temporary failures. Instead, learn from them, adjust your strategies, and keep moving forward.?

You can overcome obstacles and achieve your desired outcomes with discipline and a commitment to action.

Whilst I agree with Iron Mike, discipline is not always about forcing ourselves to do things we hate but cultivating the habit of consistent action, even when we don't feel like it.?

It's about turning our goals into a daily practice, a way of life.

As we break down our large goals into smaller, more manageable chunks of daily habitual practice, we gain a clearer sense of direction and progress.?

By having regular markers of a larger goal, we can celebrate our achievements along the way, fueling our motivation to keep moving forward.

Remember, discipline is not a luxury; it's a necessity. It's the foundation upon which we build our success. Embrace discipline, and you'll unlock the door to a world of possibilities.

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