As the year comes to a close, I cannot help but reflect on 2021 and think about what I intend to create for 2022. Recently, I heard a message that caused a paradigm shift for me.

I realized there’s a formula to make life better, and that’s what I want to share with you today…

I’m a goal-oriented person. I have goal sheets I run my business by, and I update them every quarter. After hearing a message by Pastor Adam Stadtmiller, my belief around setting “goals” has completely shifted.

In 2022, I have decided I will set values instead of goals.

Here’s why:

In the quest for goals, values can be compromised and violated. Have you noticed when a goal is reached, oftentimes, we get distracted by a bigger better deal, leaving a feeling of emptiness? We may have a fleeting moment of fulfillment but then we are pining for the next BBD (bigger better deal).

But there’s a better way…

What if you aimed for values instead of goals? It’s long-lasting, more evergreen. When you aim for values, you are on a constant quest to be better.

Isn’t that what we want?

To be better?

When values are more important than goals, the outcome is more sustainable.

I value my family
I value a peaceful home
I value my marriage
I value my faith
I value my health
I value my clients
I value my community and friends
I value my “why,” my purpose on this earth
I value my role as a coach
I value you
I value being better

What do you value?

I will leave you with three questions I hope you find helpful as you reflect on your 2021.

Where are you trying to get to?
What’s most important to you?
Why are you trying to get where you are going?

These are critical questions that are important for you to answer.

Because…

You don’t get what you don’t aim for or if you aim for nothing that’s exactly what you get.

Be strategic, be proactive and make a plan to value something greater than a goal.

Happy New Year I wish you peace, joy, and contentment in 2022.

India

P.S. I would love to hear what you are aiming for in 2022. Hit reply and let me know.