Discouraged or too overwhelmed to set goals? Try this. [Episode 398]

About this episode

In this episode, Jessica Jackson discusses overcoming discouragement in goal-setting by shifting focus to vision and personal growth.

A few weeks into the new year, it's easy to feel discouraged, especially if the goals you set already feel heavy or out of reach. In this episode, I talk about why that happens and what I do instead. I share why traditional goal-setting can feel like using the wrong map in motherhood, how shifting to a vision changes the entire experience, and why the real work isn't about doing more, it's about who you're becoming along the way. I'll share: Why time-based goals often create pressure and self-doubt in full seasons of life How a vision gives direction without demanding speed or perfection Why regular reflection helps you make progress without carrying shame or discouragement

People in this episode

Host: Jessica Jackson

Topics covered

• goal setting
• vision
• motherhood
• self-improvement
• reflection

Keywords

• goals
• overwhelmed
• time management
• self-doubt
• progress

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