Do you set personal goals for yourself?
Yes, but not in the conventional sense.
I don’t usually set personal goals for the short term. Over the years, I’ve realized that focusing too heavily on immediate objectives can create a constant sense of pressure. In my experience, short-term goals often generate more anxiety than motivation and can restrict the sense of freedom that I value in everyday life.
Instead, I prefer a different approach. I focus on building good habits, maintaining a clear direction, and allowing room for spontaneity. I don’t feel the need to control every step or measure every day against a specific outcome. Sometimes, letting life unfold naturally is part of the journey as well.
My perspective changes, however, when it comes to the long term.
I have a very clear vision of where I want to be in five, ten, and even twenty years. I know what I want to build, the kind of life I hope to create, and the path I need to follow to get there. It is not a rigid checklist, but rather a guiding direction that shapes my decisions and keeps me moving forward.
So far, this philosophy has served me well: less obsession with immediate results and more trust in the power of consistency, daily habits, and the passage of time.
The way I see it, short-term goals can sometimes limit freedom, while long-term goals provide purpose. The balance lies in knowing the destination without feeling compelled to control every step of the journey.


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