Weekly Prompt #34: What is a long term goal you have?
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This week's prompt- What is a long-term goal you have?
This week I want us to discuss long and short-term goals. A long-term goal might be something in 5 years such as saving up to buy a house, or a lifelong goal of staying healthy and fit. So, in your own words can you describe something that might be a long-term goal for you? And why do you want to achieve that? Let's get started and share!
A long term goal i have is culvitating personally valuable and meaningful relationships. I also look forward to delving into a new hobby - sugar art!
@Itsaseed1 That is great. What about school makes it hard to cultivate meaningful relationships?
My program is online so I don't have a realistic feel for people i interact with. It's enough to be in front of a computer screen for school and work ...new relationships too? It's overkill. Getting tired of the screen
@Itsaseed1 That is exhausting, seed. You must be feeling drained after long days on screens. What activities or people brought you joy or a sense of belonging?
@ASilentObserver
Writing classical books, becoming expert at Math and solving a good math problem
@seashell145 That is great. I am glad you have some goals in mind. What steps can you take towards achieving them?
@ASilentObserver
Thank you Observer! I want to go to the university, and for that every day I try to do some math, like 2 math problems per day. I also do self care activities and journaling to deal with anxiety.
@seashell145 That is great. Consistency is key when it comes to learning.
@ASilentObserver a long term goal I have is to be spending more time in nature or something like that
@communicativePond1728 That is great, pond. Spending more time in nature has many benefits. What steps can you take to spend more time in nature?
@ASilentObserver
Thanks for asking 😊
I spent time today out and about and got heat stroke soOoOoOo maybe using a water bottle and wearing more appropriate clothes could help because it became hot and I didn't stop to remove some layers or rest when I needed.
I bought a water bottle today so that's good 😊
I could invest in some walking shoes...tried on a pair today and there's another I'm looking at I liked more that I was planning to buy today, and it's national walking day, so yay!
Keeping a healthy snack in a bag could help and looking up the weather before going out too.
I downloaded an app that shows hikes and reviews of hikes in my area...it took up a bit too much room in my phone, so I could delete one of the games on my phone and replace it with the outdoorsy app.
I could also pay off the bike shop for fixing my bicycle tire and pay them for fixing the new one and keep working on myself so I don't bother myself so much about the past to the point where mess happens.
Thanks again for asking, and for the post. 😁
@communicativePond1728 Thank you for sharing, pond. I am sorry you had a challenging day today due to the heat. I am glad you were able to buy a water bottle and try out some new walking shoes. Investing in comfortable shoes can make a big difference. How do you plan to use the app for hiking trails?
@ASilentObserver
The long term goal I have is to live with my family and my dogs together, happily and forever. I know that forever is not possible but I want it as long as it is possible. Because I know that forever is not possible I want to become a doctor and treat my loved ones to spend more time with them and make them feel proud of me. The path is scary but reward is what I want.
@comfortablePeace003 Living with your family and your dogs, being a doctor, and making your loved ones proud are all important goals. While the journey may be challenging, your determination and focus will surely get you there.
@ASilentObserver
i hope it comes true.
Finishing my degree is a big one. I'm slowly working on it two classes at a time.
@colorfulNight3471 That sounds like a good plan. It shows a lot of discipline and determination. KEep taking your small steps and know we are all here with you
@ASilentObserver my long-term goal was just to be healthy happy and successful
@Countrygirl095 It sounds like you have clear goals in mind for your future. What steps can you take towards achieving them?
@ASilentObserver
One of the long term goals I have is to obtain my PhD and become a neuropsychologist. For a while now, I have wanted to pursue a career within the field of psychology, as I desire to help those who are struggling with brain-related obstacles. As a neuropsychologist, I would be working with those who are facing disorders such as epilepsy and autism. The endless variations of behavior that result from small changes in the brain are fascinating me, and I want to ultimately help people live a fulfilling life despite the presence of these changes.
@NicoletteF Thank you for sharing Nicole and that sounds like a great goal. I am glad you are dedicated to this path. What steps are you currently taking towards achieving this goal?
@ASilentObserver
Hhonestly making it till tomorrow
@fruityBubbles2020 I understand bubble. I am confident you can get through this difficult time. What steps do you think you need to take to make it until tomorrow?
@ASilentObserver
a raise.
@CheerySandi Raise about? Can you please share more
A long term goal I have would be to heal and live happy, peaceful, healthy and independent. I also hope to make a family some day out of love and stability, ending the cycle of trauma. Long term goals are hard for me to make I really just now thought of those. I’m glad I was challenged to think about it. Thank you for this prompt.
@lightTiger7286 I am glad you have been able to think about these goals even if they are difficult to come by. What steps do you think you can take towards reaching these goals?
I think healing myself and working on my mental health would probably be the biggest/most important step I could take towards my goals
@lightTiger7286 I am glad you have a good idea of what might be helpful for you right now. Healing and taking care of yourself is good step to start with. We are all in this with you and rooting for you, tiger.