As a new year quickly approaches, it is important to live intentionally and make the most of it. One way to do that is by setting goals. Goals give clear direction and help to focus on achieving the things that are most important to you in your life. People that do not set goals for themselves are like leaves that move in whatever direction the wind blows. The saying that comes to mind is from the Cheshire Cat in Alice in Wonderland: “If you don’t know where you are going then any road will get you there.”
Many people create goals for themselves and within a few months, they have given up on or forgotten about their goal. An example is when people make a New Years Resolution “to get healthier” or “lose weight.” On the surface, these are good goals. These goals are something that will help the person and should be a priority, but if the person is not committed to a quantifiable goal that has a plan of action, it is an exercise in futility.