How to Set Goals that Matter

...And Lead to Success

We all want to be successful, but there's a formula needed to achieve positive outcomes.

Here are 7 ways to Set Goals that

Matter and Lead to Success:

🔑 Know what you truly want to accomplish - be as specific as possible. Make your goal so clear that there's nothing to question.

🔑 Determine the length of time it will take you to realistically reach your goal. Things can always happen sooner than expected, but set a logical deadline for how long you think it will take to reach your goal. To help you identify the timeframe, ask yourself:

❓What are the short-term task that must be executed to move towards your goal? Write them down.

❓ How much time are you willing to commit to focusing on your goal daily?

❓ What kind of resources do you need now and in the future to help you achieve your goal?

🔑 Stay focused despite detours, challenges, and delays - no matter how much we plan, the reality is, God is the only one who knows all the steps we will have to go through to attain our goal. Be flexible in your pursuit and stay focused no matter what difficulties arise.

🔑 Visualize your Goal - Spend time each week dreaming and imagining your dream come true. What does this day look like? How do you feel? What will you do to celebrate your achievement? All of our life's coming attractions must first happen in the mind. Think yourself into being there. Dream it real.

🔑 Get Clear on your Why - Why do you want to achieve the goal? Is it connected to your authenticity and uniqueness? Why does this goal matter to you? Getting clear on your why will help you step into achieving your goal and creating the life that is required of you in order to maintain it.

🔑 Give thanks in Advance - Everything that you have, do, and will become is because a power greater than yourself is helping, inspiring, and paving the way for you to make your dream come true. Don't wait until you receive, give thanks and praise God in advance.

🔑 Believe - For with God, nothing shall be impossible (Luke 1:37 KJV)

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Amirah B. Abdullah, DrPH

Founder of For Your Inner G | Writer + Wellness Educator

Dr. Amirah is a mindset and emotional wellness guide helping ambitious souls shift perspective, deepen self-awareness, and heal with intention. Through her blog, A Gym for the Mind, she shares poetic reflections, grounded strategies, and soulful truths to support your personal growth journey. 

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