Decide the Life You Want and Make It Happen

Think about it, write it down, believe in it, and make it happen. That’s the advice you hear from many successful people when it comes to setting and achieving goals.

But how does this work?

Why does writing down your goals and believing in them make such a difference?

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of this quote and break it down to help you better understand how some of the world’s famous “greats” set and achieved their goals.

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You Are The Architect of Your Life 

What does this mean? It means that you have the power to create your own life story.

You are in control of the choices you make and how you respond to the events that happen to you.

You can choose to write a beautiful story full of adventure, love, and joy. Or, you can choose to write a tragic story full of pain, suffering, and misery.

It’s up to you.

Belief －the first part of becoming the architect of your life is deciding that you are capable of creating your life’s circumstances. 

Clarify Your Goals

Many people set goals for themselves, but they don’t always take the time to clarify what those goals are.

Clarifying your goals is an essential step in achieving them because it allows you to better understand what you need to do to achieve them.

Continue reading as we’ll look at why clarifying your goals is so important, and how to do it.

Earl Nightingale said, “People with goals succeed because they know where they are going…it’s simple as that.”

Develop a Plan

It’s no secret that setting and achieving goals is essential for success. But did you know that having a plan for your goals is just as important?

Developing a plan gives you a roadmap to follow and helps you stay on track. It also allows you to track your progress and make necessary adjustments along the path.

Without a plan, it is easy to get sidetracked or discouraged. So if you’re serious about achieving your goals, be sure to develop a plan and stick to it.

Put Your Plan Into Action

One effective way to turn goals into action is to:

1. Make your goal specific. It’s one thing to say, “I want to lose some weight;” it’s another to say, “I want to lose five pounds” or “I want to save $1000.” Avoid generalities and make your goals as specific as possible.
2. Set a deadline. “Someday” isn’t on a calendar. To achieve your goals, you must give them a specific deadline and put it on your calendar. Do you want to lose five pounds by January 1st? Would you like to save $500 before Christmas?
3. Identify small steps. You can’t wait until the week of the deadline to start working on the goal. You need to break the goal down into smaller monthly and weekly goals. If you want to save $500 before Christmas, you need to set a weekly goal of around $100.
4. Create accountability. Whether saving money, losing weight, or growing your business, you need someone or something to help hold you accountable. Your partner, a close friend, the mastermind group, and so forth can all serve as the accountability partner.
5. Celebrate progress. It’s important to keep up the momentum. So, identify something you will do to celebrate each incremental step. Maybe you’ll go to your favorite boutique shop once you hit the goal. If that’s the reward, then don’t go unless you hit the goal. It’s that simple.
6. Reset and keep going. You might not hit your incremental goals. If that happens, reset the goal for the coming week and keep going. Don’t let anything keep you from continuing your progress.

Be Patient

The most difficult thing about being patient is being patient with yourself.

Everyone makes mistakes, and it’s okay to stumble as long as you get back up and keep going.

No matter what challenges come your way, don’t give up on yourself and you’ll eventually find success.

Perseverance

Perseverance is the ability to focus and complete a goal in face of adversity.

Perseverance is the key to reaching any goal.

It not only makes the goal more valuable to you, but it also strengthens your motivation.

With perseverance, you can push through any obstacle and reach your full potential.

Celebrate Your Success

As mentioned in “Putting Your Plan into Action” celebrating your progress is important.

When it comes to success, it’s important to celebrate your wins. Whether it’s a small accomplishment or a major milestone, taking the time to recognize your successes is crucial. Why?

Because celebrating your successes helps you maintain your motivation, keeps you focused on your goals, and reminds you of your progress.

Additionally, it boosts your confidence and reminds you that you’re capable of achieving great things. So next time you reach a goal, take a moment to celebrate your success. It’ll be well worth it!