Why setting goals can be counter-productive.
Anyone who has been anywhere near the self-improvement movement will know that they preach setting goals. Some will tell you that you need to set BHG (big hairy goals) or tell you that they are not big enough if your goals don't scare you. But very few people who follow this mantra achieve their goals. Why? The gurus of self-improvement will tell you that you didn't work hard enough towards your goals. I'm telling you they spout B.S. Goals are essential because they set the direct... Read more