If you’ve been following along with Daily New Years you know, I’m all about setting exciting goals. But goal setting isn’t always sunshine and rainbows.

Setting goals can be tough, challenging, and downright difficult – it can make you want to give up! 

What can we do when nothing seems to move the needle on your goals? What can we do when willpower isn’t enough?

Today on the podcast I have special guest Dr. LaTanya Moore, and we discuss how to navigate the ups and downs of goal setting.

For the full show notes, useful links, and resources, visit: https://www.austinbollinger.com/podcast/017-navigating-the-ups-and-downs-of-goal-setting/

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- Getting to Know Dr. LaTanya Moore - [02:30]

- Driving My Dreams Course and eBook - [04:40]

- Awesome Goal-Setting Strategies - [09:23] 

--- Create "Meaty" Goals - [06:50]

--- Connect to a 'Why' - [10:08]

--- Be Strategic with Your Action Steps / a.k.a. Domino Goals - [10:33]

- What's Missing from Goal Setting? - [11:15]

- Address and Acknowledge Your Self-Limiting Beliefs - [12:15]

- Use Accountability Partners to Spot Your Blind Spots - [13:55]

--- The Difference Between Role Models, Cheerleaders, and Accountability Partners - [15:00]

--- Building a Mentor Committee - [15:50]

- Should you rely on willpower or motivation to drive your goals forward? - [16:45]

- How can someone find motivation? - [18:10]

- How can someone tell the difference between challenging goals and pursuing the wrong goal? - [19:35]

- Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Troublesome Goals - [24:20]

--- Plan Ahead - [25:10]

--- The "Rear View Mirror Effect" - [26:15]

- Has there ever been a time when you had trouble achieving a goal that you really wanted? How did you overcome the challenges? - [27:55]

- Timing is Most Important for Goal Setting - [29:30]

- "Seeds Won't Grow in the Wrong Season" - [31:35]

- Spotting and Overcoming Obstacles and Stumbling Blocks - [32:15]

- Connecting with Dr. Moore - [35:45]