Chapter 5

Set good goals

How to set goals that are in line with your new positive beliefs and keep to them

Preparing to set your goals

Setting your goals should be something that gives you a bit of a tingle. I always get the same feeling of ‘lighting up’ that I got as a child when I was taken to the Pic 'n Mix sweet counter and handed the empty bag.

It’s good to make it a big deal. Put a couple of inspiring quotes on the table. Buy a bottle of wine or quality fizzy water. Only one glass of the wine though, you want to be fully present.

It’s amazing how many people don’t set goals for themselves at all or, if they do, give so little thought to it that it might be better if they hadn’t. We spend ages choosing a holiday destination because ...

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