Every year, as the holiday season fades away and we welcome a new year, many of us make resolutions with high hopes of positive change. While holiday resolutions are great in theory, they often lose their momentum and are easy to let go of early on.
This is where intentional goal setting comes into play, with the concept of smart goals at its core.
The Pitfall of Holiday Resolutions
Holiday resolutions are a common tradition. People make them with the best of intentions, aiming to become healthier, more productive, or to make significant life changes. However, these resolutions often lose their steam quickly.
Why? Because they lack the structure and specificity that goal setting provides. While resolutions can be vague wishes, setting intentional goals is about creating a clear and actionable plan to achieve the desired outcome.
If you need some help with learning how to set goals, then keep reading to learn more about how to make smart goals in life, and during the holidays, that you can actually stick to!
Strategies for Setting Goals
Here are some effective strategies for setting and achieving goals in life:
- Take Time to Self-Reflect– Before setting goals, it is key to reflect on your life and identify areas for improvement. Understand what truly matters to you and what you want to achieve in the new year.
- Write Down Your Goals– Put your goals in writing and be specific about them. This process helps solidify your commitment and provides clarity about what you want to accomplish.
- Involve a Loved One– Share your goals with a trusted friend or family member. Involving someone you care about can provide encouragement, support, and a sense of accountability.
- Consider Life Coaching– For an extra push in achieving your goals, a life coach can be a valuable resource. Life coaching is designed to guide you in defining and working towards your goals, providing you with the tools and motivation needed to reset and take strides towards successfully completing your goals in life.
Understanding Your Why
One significant advantage of setting intentions over traditional New Year’s resolutions is the emphasis on identifying your why. While resolutions often revolve around what you want to achieve, intentions delve deeper into the reasons behind your goals. This shift in focus from merely what you want to achieve to why you want to achieve it can make a profound difference in your ability to enact lasting, positive change in your life–and a life coach can help you get there!
Introducing Life Coach, Chad Weller
Chad Weller is a seasoned life coach with expertise in helping individuals and business owners create transformative changes in their lives through goal setting. Whether you are looking to enhance your personal life or achieve professional success, Chad has the knowledge and experience to guide you through life coaching tailored to your specific goals.
Chad’s life coaching approach centres around the belief that intentional goal setting is the key to unlocking your potential and living your happiest and healthiest version of yourself. With his guidance and support, you can set and achieve smart goals, ensuring a meaningful and fulfilling new year and beyond. Book a discovery call with Chad today to learn more about how to set goals and the impact of life coaching!