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When thinking about goals, it is often more helpful to focus on the and the how rather than just the "what." Here are two classic stories that illustrate different, essential perspectives on goal setting. 1. The Three Bricklayers: Purpose vs. Task
Like the story of the boy climbing the mountain, goals are reached by taking small, manageable steps every day and celebrating those minor victories to maintain confidence. Goals Only Work When You Do! - Inspirational Stories When thinking about goals, it is often more
Having a high-level vision (the "Cathedral") makes even the smallest, most mundane tasks (the "Bricks") feel meaningful. When your goals are tied to a larger purpose, you are more likely to stay motivated through the grind. 2. The Treasure in the Field: Process vs. Result Task Like the story of the boy climbing
After he died, the sons began digging everywhere. They dug up every inch of the soil, searching for gold or jewels. When your goals are tied to a larger
An old farmer, worried that his three lazy sons wouldn't work after he passed, told them on his deathbed that a was buried somewhere in their fields.
A traveler comes across three men working on a construction site. He asks each of them what they are doing.
Because the ground had been so thoroughly tilled, they grew the most bountiful crop the village had ever seen.