My thoughts can probably go 100 miles per minute. It is SO hard for me to focus because I'll already be ready for the next task/stimulus. When it comes to goals I've definitely had the same ones for years. Most are still awaiting accomplishing because when the "going gets tough, the tough gets going". Thank you Billy Ocean.
It is the truth, when trying to accomplish or pursue I tend to throw in the towel and deem it as something impossible, or not for me.
However, not every goal realistically may get accomplished or it really may not be for you.
Today we are focusing on the possible and the attainable! I found when I started this method it pushed me to hone in on what's really important when accomplishing said goal.
What exactly is a system? According to Oxford Languages it is defined as "a set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting work." To put in simple terms and in context with goals, it is the chipping away at something each day or moment to eventually get to the desired state or goal. These systems could be performed on a grander scale down to the smaller matters in life like keeping your surroundings clean or organizing your t-shirt drawer. The process of a system is first defined by what exactly your desired state or goal is. Ask yourself why and identifying it, what are you supposed to do exactly and then refining and honing in all of these aspects together.
I watched Rowena Tsai's video about setting systems rather than goals which is very inspired about what I am writing today. Shortly after watching her video I recreated my own chart of a system that works for me. As a very distracted person and serial procrastinator, if you resonate with those feelings then creating a system maybe for you.
Here's the thing, work is not enjoyable, the process is not enjoyable and the sooner that is emphasized in your head the sooner you'll get to enjoying your desired outcome. With everything in life, such as losing weight, going for a particular position, reaching out, these goals all come from putting the work in. That is just how life goes. Creating a system helps you focus on the end goal, and helps you reflect on what you need to do to get it done and why. Trust the process!
Now, here's the chart(inspired by Rowena Tsai) :
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This reminded me of the book, "The Comprehensive ENFP Survival Guide", author Heidi Priebe has a beautifully written chapter on ENFPs and Follow- Through. The book is based of the personality type coined by Myers-Briggs personality test. I happen to be this. The information transcends pass the ENFP personality type as it truly helps for the scattered brain when setting goals.
I am going to list it without each function of the personality so as to display how the process can be:
1. Identifies an exciting opportunity
2. Decides the opportunity is worth pursuing
3. Sources necessary resources for accomplishing goal
4. Recognize the immediate payoff of action that is being performed
5. Feel validated based on your mini accomplishment
6. Readjust to identify the next challenge
Being specific in your wants and needs can help you identify what you want to work on or accomplish. Is this what you truly want to accomplish or do?
Do research on said subject or goal, find who to network with, what are the requirements to
accomplishing this? Set up your action plan that you can preferably do everyday to get closer and closer to your end goal. Revel in your accomplishment or desired state when you get it!
Turn the page and repeat :)
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I hope this has helped you with focusing on your goals. If you need a push its great to always go back and remember your WHY. You can do this! I know you can!
Until next time,
xx Nabia
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