Christmas Quote by Kelly McGonigal
“People come up with resolutions that don’t reflect what matters most to them, and that makes them almost guaranteed to fail.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Willpower Instinct, 2011
Resolutions misaligned with personal values are likely to fail.
In simple terms: Set goals that matter to you.
Key Takeaway
Align goals with values.
Themes
self-improvement
goal setting
psychology
Mood
motivational
introspective
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal planning
- coaching
- habit formation
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What values drive your biggest goals?
- How can you test if a resolution reflects true priorities?
A Different Perspective
People often ignore deeper motivations.
