Sometimes a slight shift in the way you establish a goal can greatly increase your chances of success.

Setting a goal like, “I’m going to lose three pounds a week,” or “I’m going to pay off $500 in debt this month,” aren’t actually good goals to set.

Sure, they’re measurable. But they involve a sort of all-or-nothing mentality. And a "success versus failure" mindset can zap your motivation and cause you to quit.

So today I’m going to teach you the science behind goal setting.

I’m sharing a secret formula for establishing a goal that can motivate you to succeed. In fact, when you set a goal like this, studies show you’ll probably exceed your expectations.

It’s not just studies that convince me it’s effective. I’ve seen this simple strategy work well in my therapy office as well as in my own life.

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45 - Friday Fix: A Simple Trick to Increase the Chances of Reaching Your Goals