Make and Design with Carina Gardner Episode 548 Goal Setting Made Simple
Jan 13, 2026
Discover how to simplify your goal setting with practical tips! Learn to categorize your goals into areas like physical and professional for clarity. Carina reveals the power of choosing a guiding word for the year and the importance of making relationship goals, such as planning special trips. She emphasizes the value of setting measurable goals and encourages writing down all aspirations to boost chances of success. Plus, embrace the art of dreaming without perfectionism—it's all part of the journey!
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Categorize Goals For Simplicity
- Divide goals into clear life categories like physical, spiritual, professional, and family.
- Use categories only if helpful and keep one or two goals per category for simplicity.
Make Every Goal Measurable
- Make goals measurable with numbers and clear parameters like dates and counts.
- Concrete metrics (e.g., "three trips in 2025") convert intentions into achievable actions.
Weekend Trips Became Real With A Number
- Carina set a goal to take three trips with her husband and then scheduled small, meaningful getaways.
- Because she planned in advance, those weekend trips and a holiday trip actually happened.
