Spirituality Malaysia : Setting Goals

Setting Goals
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Shamala Tan on 03 December, 2008 04:31:00
 
One of the things I realised I did not do in my addictive days were setting
goals. I was like a driftwood, aimless, no goals, no plans, no desire, no fire,
no nothing. This naturally translates to lack of care for myself, for others or
for what is going on around the world.
I believe that the only goal that addicts have is instant self gratification.
During the recovery period of abstinence from alcohol, I set a goal to write
books. But it was a start stop process. I didn't know why I just couldn't get it
going. Then I realised that there was a nagging feeling/thought inside me that
says I am not capable of it. I also felt that I was not good enough. Once I saw
through these negative thoughts/feelings, I gathered all the power I could find
to finish what I started. So I finished two children's books which I wrote and
illustrated and got them published as well!
Today, I am still setting goals for myself whether it is on the physical,
psychological or spiritual levels.
My immediate physical goal is to run the half marathon race this Sunday. The
training keeps me healthy and fit. I've had to adjust my goal -- last year I did
the full marathon, but I realised that this year I would not have the time to
train for the full 42km race so I opted for the 21km instead, which I am also
very happy with.
I will be thinking happy thoughts while I run towards my goal :-)
© 2008 Shamala Tan