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FIX YOUR WHY AND THE GOLDEN RULES OF GOALS SETTING

When setting goals, focusing on why you want to achieve them is crucial. Having a strong "why" provides the motivation to power through obstacles and challenges along the way. Here are the golden rules to help you fix your why and set meaningful goals:

Define your purpose. Your "why" should reflect your core values and purpose in life. Visualize the end result. Imagine in as much detail as possible what achieving your goal will look and feel like. See yourself experiencing the benefits, and let that vision fuel your motivation. The clearer the picture, the stronger your why.

Write it down. Putting your "why" into words makes it more real and concrete. Writing down your purpose and envisioned end result will help internalize your motivation and refer to it for inspiration.

Review regularly. Revisit your written purpose and vision frequently, especially when you're feeling unmotivated. Reading it again will rekindle your "why" and remind you of all the reasons you started down this path.
Connect with meaning. Frame your goals in a way that connects to your core purpose and values. Meaningful goals that align with your "why" will provide inherent motivation that carries you through challenges.