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“The trouble with setting goals is that you’re constantly working toward what you used to want.” quote by Sarah Manguso
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““The trouble with setting goals is that you’re constantly working toward what you used to want.””

Sarah Manguso

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Art of Goal Setting, 2018

Goals become outdated as desires shift, making continual reassessment necessary.

In simple terms: Goals change over time.

Key Takeaway

Regularly review and adjust goals.

Themes

self‑growth goal setting change

Mood

reflective practical

Type

philosophical advisory

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal projects
  • relationship goals
  • health objectives

Key Concepts

psychology of desire goal theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often should goals be revisited?
  • What signs indicate a goal is outdated?
A Different Perspective

Frequent changes can cause instability.

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