ining success. setting goals The first step we must take is to set out goals and to make our dreams come true. Goals save you time. They help to direct your energy and enthusiasm. They provide an immediate purpose to work toward. When we have goals, it gives us something to get excited about. It is important to create mini-goals, which will give you the chance to experience continual success. Not only do you have the satisfaction of looking forward to your big dream, but you can also enjoy smaller successes along the way. There are four different guidelines to create a short-term goal: Set a goal you can visualize yourself achieving. Set a goal that is measurable and concrete. Attack all your goals with enthusiasm. Set goals that will not allow for procrastination. use your imagination The next step we must take is to use our imagination. "We must learn to use and trust our imagination". The principle of personal readiness is one of the most important aspects for turning a daydream or goal into reality. Although visualization and daydreaming can help in our pursuit, they are only effective when combined with hard work. "Students want the best jobs, but they just arent willing to turn themselves into the qualified people most companies are seeking." The Bible teaches that you cannot put new wine in old bottles. So it is with goals and daydreams. You cannot make them true until you have developed the personality, skills, and strengths necessary for the experience. learning how to be patient Our next step is to enable us to solve problems quickly and efficiently. We must learn however to be patient. We often choose quick, short-term solutions to big problems because we want a fast escape from the stress and anxiety that the negative situation brings. We get so unhappy and uncomfortable that we set aside our better judgment and put out energy and money into ineffective treatments. One good way to relieve stress is ...
