Course 1, Discussion 4: System vs Goals
Hello Leadership Crew!
Welcome to our 4th discussion in this first course. In today's discussion, we will be talking about systems vs. goals.
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The basic argument here is that having a system is better than having a goal. A system is a way of behaving that helps you move towards accomplishing something. A goal is usually and end state that happens after you have accomplished something. I think eating healthy is a good example. A goal might be to lose 10 pounds. In this case, you feel kind of bad about yourself until you hit that goal; and then, once you hit it, you kind of lose the purpose because the goal has been reached. If you relapse and gain wait again, then you fall back into feeling bad about yourself again. Contrast this with a system of eating healthy.
A system might include things like: having a big glass of water prior to each meal; eating a lot of fruits, vegetables, and nuts; not eating after 9pm; and/or doing some level of intermittent fasting. You wouldn't integrate all of these new healthy eating behaviors at once. Instead, you'd gradually introduce one and then another and then another over whatever period of time makes sense. The system enables you to continuously get healthier and healthier. You will eventually reach the goal, but it'll be the byproduct of eating healthy.
This also has implications for 7 Cups as well. We might have goals of having a certain amount of group support messages or 1:1 messages. Those are fine goals to have, but we mostly want to create a system of support where people care for one another and then the natural result is an increased number of messages.
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
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✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
One of the key systems that I have recently set up is to have a better schedule and find a balance between my schoolwork and other stuff. I have tried to start it with a weekly schedule and hope I can keep the system going as I stick to it.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
1. Set a daily or weekly schedule during the weekend.
2. Try to stick with my schedule but be flexible at the same time because you never know something could happen.
3. Take some breaks at the same time too.
@Renjik8013
Those are all nice ways, I hope you can put them into practice : )
Well done! 😇
@Hope
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
Study techniques and ways on how to avoid procrastination
What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
consistency, punctuality, and desire
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I struggle with maintaining accountability, both for myself and others. I tend to avoid setting firm boundaries and can be too lenient in enforcing them. Additionally, I'm susceptible to burnout.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
- Recently, I've been reflecting on and outlining specific boundaries. For instance, I've come to realize the importance of setting a boundary regarding the behavior of intoxicated individuals, especially when their actions make me uncomfortable.
- I'm considering seeking psychological support to prevent burnout. Growing up, mental health wasn't widely acknowledged in my culture, and I have a tendency to believe I can handle everything on my own.
- Creating checklists is something I'm working on. In the past, I've struggled with this as I often end up ignoring the checklist. I believe the issue lies in not always making a physical checklist that I can tick off, and sometimes not breaking down tasks enough to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
Definitely one with studying, trying to be effective and also consistent,
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
Checking in with myself, holding myself accountable, trying to be healthy in other areas of my life.
@gloomySunshine4673
Great ideas on how to address your studies. Checking in with yourself is a great idea. Being able to know what you need and how you are doing is important. Accountability - I put that as well for myself. I also love that you put trying to be healthy in other areas of your life. That's a great step. Thanks for sharing these. It has made me think, particularly your last one.
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
Taking time at the end of the day to gather my papers and put them in their place rather than just stacking them so I have to sort through them each morning when I need them again. If I would take those extra 5 minutes to sort them and put them in their place, I could easily know exactly where what paper is and just reach for it when I need it next. So I think this would be closing down the work day in a ritualized and organized fashion.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
I can have a specific spot for the papers I need to sort out and place.
I can set a time that they need to be sorted by, such as an alarm clock.
I can set a personal boundary limiting what happens next unless that task is done first.
I also can be accountable to my sister that it is done until it becomes a solid habit.
@KristenHR
Setting up a daily routine to organize your papers is an awesome idea! By giving everything a specific spot and setting a time to sort them, you’ll save yourself so much hassle in the mornings. Being accountable to your sister is a smart move too. You’ve got this—keep up the great work!
@Hope
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed? Getting my overall health more of a priority
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
1) Drinking more water
2) Going to my medical appointments
3) Address the things my labs show as possibly being a concern
@Ivy229
I hope everything medically goes well for you. Keep it up!
@Ivy229
Drinking Water is a Must. We support you B)
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I recently had a knee injury and I have needed to start a new normal One thing that I do need to do is getting into the routine of doing PT at home so that I can get back to my regular life
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
1. Drinking more water
2. Taking my medications on time and consistently
3. Doing my homework at home rather than last minute.
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I want to start exercising/being more active
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
Go on bike rides daily, be consistent and determined to workout at least 3 times a week, and make sure to get rest on the other days.
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
To change my perception and have less negative thoughts.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
-To be Open
-To be Aware
-Exercise
@casterDjack These are great actions for your system!
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
In my life, I have to find ways to study even when I do not want to do it.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life? I can do my homework when I have them. I will have less work to do and I will have better grades.
@patientShell1003 2- I can take braek when I have to do it.
3- I can ask for help if necessary.
