The Best of Mindset and Motivation 2019 - 511

Goal Setting

Setting and achieving goals requires dreaming beyond the obvious and embracing the challenges that come with it. Chalene Johnson emphasizes that many people fear pursuing their dreams because they doubt their own worth or fear failure. She shares a personal experience of creating a five-year plan with her husband, Brett, where they envisioned living near the ocean, a dream that seemed distant at the time 1.

When we said that, when we put that in our five year plan, like, that felt very dreamy. It didn't feel like it was for sure gonna happen.

--- Chalene Johnson

Chalene encourages setting goals that stretch beyond current capabilities, as this is where true growth occurs.

   

Routines

Building effective routines is crucial for managing life's changes and maintaining balance. Chalene Johnson suggests that establishing new routines and habits can help navigate a new normal and provide a sense of control 2. She advises scheduling time blocks for tasks and creating a daily brainstorm to prioritize activities that align with one's goals.

The more routines we set up and the more organized we are with our time, the more freedom we have.

--- Chalene Johnson

Chalene also highlights the importance of accountability and using tools like the push journal to stay on track and achieve personal goals 3.

   

Alter Egos

Adopting an alter ego can be a powerful strategy to overcome personal barriers and enhance performance. Chalene Johnson shares her own experiences of feeling socially awkward despite being outgoing, and how she uses an alter ego to navigate such situations 4. By imagining herself as someone she admires, she can push through discomfort and engage more effectively with others.

It's not that you're faking it till you make it. Rather, I think you have this already inside you. You just have to turn it up or turn it down.

--- Chalene Johnson

Chalene likens this to Superman's dual identity, suggesting that everyone has the potential to tap into different aspects of themselves when needed.