On this 221st episode of my Monday Morning Pep Talk, we will discuss a topic that is on the mind of most "goal achievers" . As January draws to a close, it’s a common for those who eagerly embarked on New Year’s resolutions and intentional goal setting exercises, to reflect on their progress and momentum or lack thereof. The statistics surrounding the success rates of these well-intentioned goals are often disheartening. By February 15, studies indicate that around 80% of individuals find themselves straying from their goals, with a considerable percentage abandoning their goals within the first month of the year. Only 8% stick with them the entire year. On this episode, I will delve into the main reason most goal setting exercises fail within the first month.