{"id":55692,"date":"2021-12-02T00:44:42","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T04:44:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/?p=55692"},"modified":"2021-12-13T01:12:02","modified_gmt":"2021-12-13T05:12:02","slug":"how-to-stick-to-your-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-stick-to-your-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Stick to Your Goals: The 2 Qualities You Need"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you struggle to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-stick-to-your-goals-2\/\">stick to your goals<\/a>? How do you keep pushing after the initial motivation wears off? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a clear goal and a solid plan in the execution phase, all that\u2019s left to do is to keep moving forward. However, it&#8217;s more easily said than done. Many people struggle to stick to their goals with proper consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how to stick to your goals\u2014no matter what challenges come your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-going-toward-your-goals\"><strong>Keep Going<\/strong> Toward Your Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In his book <em>Goals!<\/em>, Brian Tracy gives advice on how to stick to your goals, no matter the obstacles. Tracy says that there are two qualities that you need to develop so that you can face the challenges you encounter: courage and persistence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-courage\"><strong>Courage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracy writes that you need courage to face what is likely your biggest challenge: fear. Being afraid of failure and rejection can make you indecisive and paralyze you. He suggests four methods to overcome the fears that are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/whats-holding-you-back\/\">holding you back<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-increase-your-knowledge\">1) Increase Your Knowledge&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracy claims that gaining more information and experience in the areas you\u2019re afraid of can give you more confidence. He believes that the more you know, the more confident you\u2019ll become. For example, if you\u2019re afraid of losing money because you don\u2019t know much about investing, read books, attend seminars, and talk to experts so that you can build up the courage to take informed risks. (Shortform note: Interestingly, Tracy\u2019s claim that more information makes you more confident is at odds with the well-known <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/the-dunning-kruger-effect\/\">Dunning-Kruger<\/a> effect, which states that <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinepethealth.com\/2019\/12\/12\/the-dunning-kruger-effect\/\">people who know the <em>least<\/em> about a subject are the most confident in their knowledge about it.<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-get-some-rest\">2) Get Some Rest&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracy says that being sick or tired can affect your attitude. Working on your fitness, getting a good night\u2019s sleep, or going on vacation can recharge you and make you feel more ready to take on challenges. (Shortform note: If you don\u2019t have the luxury of being able to go on vacation, rest more, or spend time getting fit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/meditation-makes-you-fearless_b_1864392\">try meditation<\/a>. A few minutes of daily practice can reset your mind and reduce fear and stress. Learn the basics of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/eckhart-tolle-meditation-mindfulness\/\">meditation<\/a> in our full guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/mindfulness-in-plain-english\"><em>Mindfulness in Plain English<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-confront-your-fears\">3) Confront Your Fears&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracy says you should list all of your fears in order of magnitude. Then, analyze how each fear hurts you and helps you, and how you can benefit from overcoming it. For example, a fear of rejection may hurt you by keeping you from getting to know a potential romantic partner and help you by pushing you to nurture existing friendships. Overcoming this fear of rejection can help you find someone who can share your struggles, celebrate your successes, and build a family with you. (Shortform note: If you\u2019re struggling to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-face-your-fears\/\">face your fears<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/joshsteimle\/2016\/01\/04\/14-ways-to-conquer-fear\/?sh=2a37d55d1c48\">use positive peer pressure<\/a> to help you. Surround yourself with people who will encourage you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/going-out-of-your-comfort-zone\/\">get out of your comfort zone<\/a> and go after what you want. For example, if you\u2019re very shy and afraid of socializing, you might commit to spending more time with your most extroverted friends.)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-take-the-first-step\">4) Take the First Step&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracy says that the steps above won\u2019t get you anywhere if you don\u2019t take action. Don\u2019t wait until conditions are perfect before you start anything\u2014opportunities will open up to you as long as you start moving. (Shortform note: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/atomic-habits\/chapter-6\">Take care not to mistake <em>motion<\/em> for <em>action<\/em>.<\/a> In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/app\/book\/atomic-habits\"><em>Atomic Habits<\/em><\/a>, author James Clear defines motion as the planning phase, and he warns that it can work against you by giving you the illusion that you\u2019re making progress. On the other hand, action is the actual performance of steps that move you closer to your goals.)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-persistence\"><strong>Persistence<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While courage can help you start reaching for your goals, persistence will keep you going despite the obstacles. Tracy repeatedly says that challenges are inevitable, and even the most successful people have had their fair share of setbacks. 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