It’s tempting to grab someone else’s goal and run with it—signing up for a race, starting a challenge, or committing to something that looks inspiring. But if it doesn’t fit your season, your situation, or how God wired you, it can quickly become a source of frustration instead of fruit.

In this episode, Laura and I share about goals we thought we should set… and how we learned (the hard way) that knowing ourselves is the key to choosing goals we’ll actually keep.

We talk about:

• Why two competitive people (us!) thrive in completely different environments
• How to identify your “motivators” and “drainers”
• The role of journaling, personal inventory, and music in goal-setting
• How your season and situation impact what’s realistic right now
• The freedom of choosing not to focus on everything at once

Key Quotes:

“We might be in the same season as someone else, but our situations are different. And that changes everything about the goals we set.”

You’re always going to disappoint someone. The key is to decide in advance who it’s going to be and make sure it’s the right people.”

Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Laura's Confidence Journal
• "100 Days to Discovering the Gift of You" - Latest book by Chrystal Evans Hurst
• Morning Pages – The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
• Squiibler App – for timed journaling

Connect With Us

• Website: HelloGoals.org
• Instagram: @HelloGoalsShow
• Laura's Website and Coaching Resources
• Kat's Website
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Challenge for This Week:
Start your own Personal Inventory, a simple note in your phone or journal where you jot down what motivates you, what drains you, and what works in this season of life. Over time, you’ll see patterns that help you choose better, more meaningful goals.