In this episode, Mariam and Anifah discuss the goals they have set for themselves that didn't work out as planned. They explore the reasons behind these failures, including lacking a solid motivation or burning desire to achieve the goals. They also emphasize the importance of honesty and acknowledging when a goal is not a priority or doesn't align with one's values. The conversation highlights the need to zoom out and assess the bigger picture when goals don't work, learn from the experience, and move forward. In this conversation, They also acknowledge that sometimes external factors can hinder goal achievement.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Appreciation for Listeners

01:05 Setting the Context: Follow-up to Episode 2 on Goal Setting

01:31 Personal Updates: Mariam's Week and Anifah's Camp Experience

02:29 Handling the Aftermath of Riots and Choosing to Go to Work

09:04 The Role of Intrinsic Motivation in Goal Achievement

10:54 External Factors and Goal Success

12:47 The Importance of a Clear Why in Goal Setting

13:56 The Role of Luck and Divine Will in Goal Achievement

15:15 Handling Goals That Don't Work Out

15:23 The Tweet Example: The Thin Line Between Perseverance and Insanity

24:26 Success Beyond the End Result: The Journey and Personal Growth

41:28 Making the Hard Decision: Stepping Back or Pushing Forward

Takeaways

Keywords

goal setting, motivation, failure, priorities, values, self-reflection, learning, goal achievement, why, preparation, external factors, persistence, insanity, personal values

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