Daily Meditation: Life Goals

Following a path at times may not be so easy - as we are at times challenged by certain situations or events. But, knowing that the path you have chosen is for you and for your own growth will help inspire and support you to continue to forge forward.

Words from a Master, the Dalai Lama...

"Every noble work is bound to face problems and obstacles. It is important to check your goal and motivation thoroughly. One should be very truthful, honest, and reasonable. One's actions should be good for others, and for oneself as well. Once a positive goal is chosen, you should decide to pursue it all the way to the end. Even if it is not realized, at least there will be no regret."

Simple Exercise to set Life Goals and to achieve them:

1. Set aside some quiet time alone to contemplate your life, and what you want in the future.
2. Write down the main life goals that you would like to achieve in this life. Add in the details example: "I want to learn Spanish by the time I turn 30".
3. Make sure that the goals are set are YOURS and not others goals. Your goals can be both personal, professional, spiritual, physical - let the list be expansive.
4. After you have completed your list - ask whether some of these goals are "nice-to-haves". Once you have removed any of the "nice-to-haves", try and trim the list down to about 10 of your most important goals.
5. Now, with the list of your top 10 most important goals - write down a time/date/age next to each of these - creating a target date helps focus your energy and helps you prioritize.
6. Put the list in a place where you can always look at it. In the next 48-hours - re-visit the list and reflect upon these life goals, are these goals a true reflection of you and your life goals? If it is - well done! If not, start over til you create a list that reflects you and your goals.

Remember, to carry this list with you. Take time to reflect upon your goals - also, you may need to check a goal off the list when you achieve it!

Keep in mind to be flexible, and to go with the flow with your goals - as you never know something bigger may be achieved than you thought or a new goal may be formed.

Enjoy!

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Namaste!