It’s not about what you accomplish. It’s about the feelings you get from what you accomplish. Focus on the feeling, not the doing.
Imagine you're on a journey through life, navigating through its ups and downs. Along the way, you set goals, work hard, and achieve milestones. But amidst all this hustle and bustle, have you ever paused to ask yourself what truly matters?
Consider this: it's not merely about ticking off items on your to-do list or reaching the pinnacle of success; it's about the emotions that accompany these accomplishments. It's about the joy, fulfillment, and sense of achievement you experience when you reach your goals.
Think of it like this: Imagine you're baking a cake. Sure, following the recipe and putting all the ingredients together is important, but what truly matters is the delicious aroma that fills your kitchen as the cake bakes in the oven. It's the anticipation of that first bite, the satisfaction of knowing you created something wonderful. That's the essence of life – focusing on the sweetness of the experience rather than just going through the motions of mixing flour and sugar.
In the grand scheme of things, life isn't a checklist to be completed; it's a journey to be savored. Every goal achieved, every hurdle overcome, should be savored like a precious gem. It's about relishing the journey as much as celebrating the destination.
Imagine you're climbing a mountain. The summit may be your ultimate goal, but it's the breathtaking views along the way, the camaraderie of fellow climbers, and the feeling of accomplishment with each step taken that truly make the journey memorable. It's about cherishing the moments of struggle and triumph alike, for they shape who you are and what you become.
Too often, we get caught up in the rat race of life, chasing after one accomplishment after another without pausing to appreciate the beauty of the present moment. But what if we shifted our focus from merely doing to truly feeling? What if we allowed ourselves to be fully immersed in the experience, soaking in every emotion, whether it be joy, pride, or even the occasional setback?
Consider this: Life is like a song, and each accomplishment is a note in that melody. It's not just about hitting the right notes or reaching the end of the song; it's about the rhythm, the harmony, and the emotions that resonate within you as you sing along. It's about finding your own unique tune amidst the cacophony of life's symphony.
So, the next time you find yourself chasing after the next big thing, take a moment to pause and ask yourself: What am I truly seeking? Is it merely another item to cross off my list, or is it the exhilaration of feeling alive, of being fully present in the moment? Remember, it's not about what you accomplish; it's about the feelings you get from what you accomplish. Focus on the feeling, not just the doing.
Actionable Question: What is one small thing you can do today to savor the journey and focus on the feelings rather than just the accomplishments?
* To gain more inspiration and motivation for your personal growth journey, I recommend visiting my SMART goals page, which offers a wide range of goal ideas to help you establish new aspirations and achieve greater success in life. This list was crucial in the development of my own life goals list, consisting of 100 goals that I pursued for ten years.
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Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
