Why Goals Didn’t Work for Me

When goal-setting becomes a rollercoaster of procrastination and distraction, establishing new habits and routines might be the best step toward success.
Why Goals Didn’t Work for Me
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In the past five years, I’ve probably set hundreds of goals—big and small, long term and short term. I’ve set my sights on everything from changing my smartphone habits and exercising more, to being a more patient father and making better use of my time.

Remarkably, with all that goal setting, progress in many areas of my life has stalled.

Mike Donghia
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Mike Donghia and his wife, Mollie, blog at This Evergreen Home where they share their experience with living simply, intentionally, and relationally in this modern world. You can follow along by subscribing to their twice-weekly newsletter.
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