Episode 314: Balancing Act - Setting Realistic And Unreasonable Goals

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Episode Title:

Episode 314: Balancing Act - Setting Realistic And Unreasonable Goals

Introduction:

Hey there, beautiful listeners! I'm Pascale Gibon, your guide through the journey of everyday life. In today's episode, number 314 of The Everyday Life Balance Show, we are diving into the world of goal setting. The big question is: Should you be aiming for realistic goals, or is it time to embrace the seemingly unreasonable ones? Both paths promise different results, and we are about to explore the nuances of each approach.

Key Points:

S.M.A.R.T. Goals:

• Advocates for setting Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Realistic, and Timely goals.
• S.M.A.R.T. goals are like comfortable shoes—practical but not necessarily flashy.

Unreasonable Goals:

• Tapping into unknown territory with unreasonable goals fosters big thinking and pushes comfort zones.
• An example of Sir Roger Bannister breaking the 4-minute mile as an initially perceived unreasonable goal that became a standard.

Mindset Shift:

• Encourages adopting a growth mindset by asking, "What resources do I need to achieve my goals?" instead of questioning capability.

Expanding Vision:

• Urges listeners to think bigger and unleash their potential, exemplified by considering a 10x financial goal instead of doubling.

Avoiding Pitfalls:

• Acknowledges potential downsides of unreasonable goals, including burnout, stress, and feelings of inadequacy.

Finding the Sweet Spot:

• Recommends striking a balance by setting challenging goals while maximising resourcefulness to prevent burnout.

Conclusion:

• Encourages listeners to find the sweet spot, expanding their vision for bigger goals with peace of mind.
• Teases the upcoming connection in the next episode with a message of growth, powerful living, and lots of love and light.

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Time Stamp

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[00:54] Introduction:

• Greetings, introduction to the episode, and thanks for tuning in.
• Key question: should you be setting realistic or unreasonable goals?

[01:19] S.M.A.R.T. Goals:

• Explanation of S.M.A.R.T. goals and their association with realistic outcomes.

[02:08] Unreasonable Goals:

• Discussion on the benefits of setting unreasonable goals and the example of Sir Roger Bannister.

[02:55] Mindset Shift and Expanding Vision:

• Shift in mindset towards resourcefulness and encouragement to think bigger.

[04:04] Avoiding Pitfalls:

• Recognition of potential downsides of unreasonable goals, emphasizing balance.

[04:23] Finding the Sweet Spot:

• Advice on striking a balance between realistic and unreasonable goals.

[04:40] Conclusion:

• Encouragement to find the "sweet spot" and a preview of the next episode.

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FULL TRANSCRIPT

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Hello, beautiful listeners! I’m Pascale Gibon, your host. The conversation on "Focusing Forward" continues so that you make the most of the remaining months of the year. Welcome to episode 314 of The Everyday Life Balance Show. Thank you for tuning in.

Today, we are covering an exciting topic around goal setting. The question is: should you be setting realistic or unreasonable goals? Both strategies lead to two different outcomes, and this is what I am going to cover today.

One of the common strategies for goal setting is S.M.A.R.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T stands for:

Specific

Measurable

Actionable

Realistic

Timely

Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals advocates setting realistic goals. The problem, I see, with realistic or S.M.A.R.T goals is that they are like a comfortable pair of shoes - they might not be flashy, but they get you where you need to go. Usually, when you set realistic goals, you know how to achieve them.

On the other hand, when you set unreasonable goals, you tap into unknown territory because you do not know how to achieve them. They might be scary, but they help you think big and stretch out of your comfort zone. When you think of highly successful people, you will discover that unreasonable goals are the strategy they apply.

When the British athlete Sir Roger Bannister was the first man to break the 4-minute mile in 1954, it seemed unreasonable. No one ever dreamed that it was possible. The four-minute barrier today is now a standard for professional middle-distance runners.

As you know, highly performing and successful people operate with a growth mindset. They do not ask themselves: “Can I do this?” but reflect on what resources they need to achieve their goals.

When you consider your current goals, I invite you today to expand your vision so that you think bigger and unleash your potential.

For example, if your financial goal is to double your income, what does it feel like to 10x your income instead? What thoughts come to mind? The right mindset would be to set this bigger goal and move towards it because It requires as much energy to double your income as to 10x it. In both scenarios you might need a different strategy and think outside the box.

Can you see how unreasonable goals push our boundaries and challenge us to grow? The thrill of pursuing something seemingly unattainable can be a powerful motivator, propelling us to achieve more than we ever thought possible.

However, the secret to achieving unrealistic goals is to do it with peace of mind. Indeed, seemingly unreasonable goals can lead to burnout, stress, and feelings of inadequacy. So, how do we avoid the pitfalls?

How can we strike the right chord between realistic and unreasonable goals?

It is about finding your sweet spot: setting challenging goals and maximising your resourcefulness to avoid burnout.

I hope you enjoyed this episode and that you are ready to find the sweet spot that will help you expand your vision to reach bigger goals with peace of mind.

I look forward to connecting with you next Monday. Until then, keep growing and living your life powerfully. Have a fantastic week, take care and lots of love and light.