Have you ever set a goal for yourself, only to become frustrated and discouraged when it didn't come to fruition as quickly as you had hoped? We've all been there.
Have you ever thought about how a farmer grows crops and approach our goals with the same level of patience and determination.
We can't shout at our goals and expect them to grow faster. We can't blame them for not coming to fruition in the time frame we had in mind. And we definitely can't uproot them before they've had a chance to take root and flourish.
Instead, we must choose the best "plants" for our "soil." What are the goals that align with our strengths and passions? What are the goals that will bring us the most fulfillment and satisfaction? These are the ones we should focus on and tend to.
Just like a farmer, we must also irrigate and fertilize our goals. This means taking consistent and focused action towards our goals, and making sure we have the necessary resources and support. And just like a farmer, we must also remove the "weeds" that may be blocking our progress. This means identifying and eliminating any negative thoughts, habits, or influences that are holding us back.
We must remember that we can't control the weather – or in our case, external circumstances. But what we can do is be prepared for the good seasons and the bad seasons. We can have a plan in place for when things get tough, and know that even in the darkest of times, the sun will shine again.
Action Items:
- Assess your current goals and make sure they align with your strengths and passions.
- Take consistent and focused action towards your goals, and make sure you have the necessary resources and support.
- Identify and eliminate any negative thoughts, habits, or influences that are holding you back.
- Develop a plan for when things get tough, and remind yourself that even in the darkest of times, the sun will shine again.
So let's think like a farmer and approach our goals with patience, determination, and a steady hand. The harvest will come, and it will be bountiful.
