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Nelia Beth Scovill's avatar

OMG! Thank you, thank you, thank you for putting names to what I started doing this year, which is having a payoff: I'm getting further on things that matter, feeling less guilty/behind/inadequate, and having more energy and hope that things will be different by the end of the year. Without knowing it, I created a home/nest for my energy, intentions, and dreams for this year--a piece of paper that has a is a one-phrase motto/title--DO things differently--and a small growing list of things I am doing differently or want to do differently. I didn't know what the piece of paper/list was named (you gave it: it's my nest/home) or what was contained in it (you named those). I did not want to call them Goals or Aspirations (because I don't make progress on things when I call them that)....

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Charlie Gilkey's avatar

I'm so glad this gave you a name and affirmation for your process and tensions, Nelia! Thanks for letting me knot it landed for you.

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Eli's avatar

Oh, I truly appreciate this idea! Goals resemble comfortable homes where our energy, intentions, and aspirations convene, recuperate, and become more robust. In their absence, we meander aimlessly. In their presence, we flourish—constructing a future piece by piece with intention.

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Eli's avatar

Oh, I truly appreciate this idea! Goals resemble comfortable homes where our energy, intentions, and aspirations convene, recuperate, and become more robust. In their absence, we meander aimlessly. In their presence, we flourish—constructing a future piece by piece with intention.

https://canyonbd.com/

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tofu159mac's avatar

It’s about creating a space for meaningful action to take root. This perspective takes the pressure off and adds a sense of purpose. Thank you for highlighting the importance. Posts like this inspire real action and awareness! https://www.mymilestoneecard.com

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Rechard Jensen's avatar

I really appreciate the way you framed goals as homes for energy and intention it’s such a powerful metaphor. It reminds me that setting a goal isn’t just about productivity; it’s about creating a space for meaningful action to take root. This perspective takes the pressure off and adds a sense of purpose. Thanks for the reminder that goal-setting doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective. https://www.krogerifeedback.com

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Ryan247Zook's avatar

Charlie's repeated "broken printer" analogy isn't about a literal printer but a metaphor for underlying systemic issues hindering the team's effectiveness, despite their individual capabilities. In the first scenario, https://www.humantodog.com it represents a flawed project management process; in the second, a broken system of communication and empowerment; and in the third, an inefficient meeting culture and time management.

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Dezy's avatar

Concise and Engaging: The writing is direct and immediately draws the reader into the interaction. https://www-sunpass.com

Character Development: The client's transformation is summarized effectively, highlighting her significant life changes.

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Bernard295Clark's avatar

I could see her tense up when I asked the question. The second I saw her tense up, I already knew how the conversation would play out.

“You know, K asked me that same question. I’ll tell you the same thing I told her.”

She smiled and raised up her hand and made a zero with her fingers.

“I have no goals, Charlie. None.” https://www.my-oneonta.com

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