Setting Goals

We often begin a new venture by setting a goal and then trying to achieve it. My goal, for example, is to disseminate useful information to women of all ages about relevant psychological issues.

I began by publishing a newsletter (MyFamilyCoach Newsletter) last fall and happily received lots of positive reactions to it. I have fallen behind, however, in my commitment to publish the newsletter on a bimonthly basis. I've just posted the March issue (note bloggers - it's now May). Therefore, at the suggestion of a good web coach (girlgeekwebdesign.com), I'm turning to blogs. It's a great idea because, in doing so, I will be able to answer questions in print that are presented to me almost daily by my coaching and therapy clients. At the same time, I will be able to write down my thoughts about issues that I feel are important to me as well as to other women.

The Take-Home Lesson: When we can't achieve the entire goal, we can look for ways to achieve part of it. This smaller achievement is not only equally satisfying but may also lead to new, unforeseen ventures.
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