Aligning Wants with Goals

Our wants in life are determined by our goals. When we have a clear goal in mind, our desires become aligned with that goal. For instance, a person aspiring to join a football team would desire things like the right coach, training schedule, and gear, not unrelated items like a playstation. Without clearly identified goals, our desires become scattered and unfulfilling. When we lack a purpose, obtaining things we want does not bring us closer to happiness. Only when our wants are in line with our objectives do they contribute to a larger picture of fulfillment and progress.