In this episode, James reflects on the best way to go about setting big goals.

You can check out his recent blog on New Year's resoltiuons here: phase-hitchin.org/blog/some-thoughts-on-resolutions

He argues that often the best way to make changes or achieve stuff is by dreaming big. Big goals will force you into action and change your perspective on what's possible.

This podcast offers further reflections on how you might go about setting big, "scary" goals for 2026.

Share your dreams but share them wisely. 👥

- “Without vulnerability there’s no courage. If there’s no uncertainty, no risk, no exposure, you’re not being that brave because there’s nothing on the line.” - Brené Brown

Measure outputs not inputs. 📏

- "Measuring output prevents you from ending up just doing more stuff for the sake of doing more stuff."

Decide where you're going and why first. 🗺️

- “He who has a why can bear almost any how.” - Viktor Frankl

Focus. Don't try to do everything at once. 🎯

- There is a legend that Victor Hugo locked himself in his room and got rid of his clothes so he couldn’t go outside in order to write The Hunchback of Notre Dame on time. (You probably don't need to throw away all your clothes, don't worry)!

Decide that your identity is not based on what you do or achieve but who you are. 🪨

- "Everyone who's ever achieved something big has failed on the way. If your identity is based primarily on success and failure. It’s going to be a bumpy ride. "

Comparison is the thief of joy. It may also be a thief of dreams. ☁️

“Discipline is doing the thing you hate, but doing it like you love it." - Mike Tyson