The Still Waters Podcast
This podcast is hosted by the counselors and coaches with The Still Waters. Teri, Rufus, Abrielle, and Julie bring their expertise to this platform to educate, encourage and enlighten the listener. Various topics will be discussed in the hopes of helping with healing or bringing awareness to culture and community.
The Still Waters Podcast
From Resolutions to Reality: Setting Achievable Goals in 2026
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, Teri and Rudy delve into the often conflated concepts of resolutions and goals, clarifying the distinctions between them. A resolution is characterized as a promise to oneself without a specific timeframe, while a goal has a defined outcome and timeframe, requiring a structured plan. The discussion explores the emotional and psychological responses to goal-setting, how to approach clients struggling with this process, and the importance of writing and visualizing goals for increased success. The hosts also share strategies to combat procrastination and emphasize the need for accountability. Practical advice is offered, such as starting with small steps and being flexible with goals as circumstances change. The episode concludes with a reminder that seeking external help and pushing past fear are crucial steps in achieving one's aspirations.
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Defining Resolutions vs. Goals
01:48 The Formality of Goals
02:38 Client Reactions to Goals
05:02 Writing and Visualizing Goals
09:05 Steps to Achieve Goals
13:43 Overcoming Procrastination
17:36 Fear of Success and Self-Criticism
23:07 Final Thoughts
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