I love this perspective on focusing on the process rather than just the end goal. It echoes the minimalist philosophy of appreciating each step and cultivating a deeper understanding of our journeys. By centering our goals around what we do daily, we train ourselves to enjoy the climb itself, which ultimately leads to more fulfillment. thanks for sharing
Perfect example. Quite a few years back I climbed Mount Rainier. And Mount Hood. And quite a few other peaks in the Cascades, including St. Helen’s a couple of months before it blew up. The summits were great, but they weren’t the point. I loved the climbing. And in fact it had been an Outward Bound course that prompted my move West from Chicago. The peaks were just part of the process of going up and sliding back down. And that went on for years. Because they were there?
I appreciate the post. My family has teased me for over 30 years about my New Year's ritual of sitting down (with an adult beverage) and reviewing my previous year's goals and establishing new ones. As you pointed out, even though I don't accomplish all of them I learn something from each of the attempts. One thing I'd like to add is I've found it very helpful to actually write them down. It helps make them specific. I also find it very useful to check in on the goals throughout the year--I do this at the end of each month to monitor progress.
Jordan, I love the metaphor! Great way to frame the discussion on setting appropriate goals, love it! Ironically, I'm writing an article right now on how to endure the final 3 years of work if you're struggling. I'm going to add a link to your article as an example of reframing your goals. Well done.
I love this perspective on focusing on the process rather than just the end goal. It echoes the minimalist philosophy of appreciating each step and cultivating a deeper understanding of our journeys. By centering our goals around what we do daily, we train ourselves to enjoy the climb itself, which ultimately leads to more fulfillment. thanks for sharing
Perfect example. Quite a few years back I climbed Mount Rainier. And Mount Hood. And quite a few other peaks in the Cascades, including St. Helen’s a couple of months before it blew up. The summits were great, but they weren’t the point. I loved the climbing. And in fact it had been an Outward Bound course that prompted my move West from Chicago. The peaks were just part of the process of going up and sliding back down. And that went on for years. Because they were there?
I appreciate the post. My family has teased me for over 30 years about my New Year's ritual of sitting down (with an adult beverage) and reviewing my previous year's goals and establishing new ones. As you pointed out, even though I don't accomplish all of them I learn something from each of the attempts. One thing I'd like to add is I've found it very helpful to actually write them down. It helps make them specific. I also find it very useful to check in on the goals throughout the year--I do this at the end of each month to monitor progress.
Jordan, I love the metaphor! Great way to frame the discussion on setting appropriate goals, love it! Ironically, I'm writing an article right now on how to endure the final 3 years of work if you're struggling. I'm going to add a link to your article as an example of reframing your goals. Well done.