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.
To start, please read this post here and watch this video.
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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@Hope
I really enjoyed watching the video, thank you so much for sharing this!
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
In life a key system that I need to set up to help me succeed is an effective studying technique. This will help me more than the goal of passing an exam as it will give me to tools to lead to more success.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
Three behaviours which I can implement to help me grow into my new system are: ambitious, organised and conscientious.
✒️ 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.
@whimsicalCloud4661
Bike rides are quite adventurous and fun, you get to enjoy the beauty of nature around at your own pace indeed!😃
Wish you all the very best in your endeavors!
I was happy to discuss these ideas and I came to know the importance of the plan and system, but I needed more to regain my ideas, and I wish everyone change for the better and success.
@Hope
1. I really like the system for healthy eating.
2.
a. Dedicated
b. Awareness
c. Open
@TheFantasticPengua
Ya it is indeed important
@NanditaB
Thank you for sharing your ideas with us!
@TheFantasticPengua
You got this!!!
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
A key system I need is to drink more water.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
Being consistent with drinking water is probably one of the best things. Other important things are being open-minded about change, and focusing more on how much healthier I am going to become rather than what would happen if I wasn't consistent.
@CallumCares421
Those behaviours are really important, I also agree!
@CallumCares421
This is such a vibe. I hope we all get on a good route to being better at hydrating ourselves, myself included!
@CallumCares421
Being consistent with drinking water is also one of my goals. It is amazing what something so simply can do for a person and their health.
@Hope
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I need to have a better diet and exercise more.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
setting up Meal plans. only buying the items I need at the store and exercising after lunch everyday
@sunnySea4551 hey, those are great behaviors to implement! I wish you much success on your journey to a healthier you!
@sunnySea4551
Awesome behaviors!
@sunnySea4551 hey we have similar goals :)) I also wanna try to be more active! Wish you luck dude!
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
To follow a fitness system
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
ambitious, dedicated and consistent
@NanditaB
I really like the words you used to describe what you will do next. I wonder if it would be helpful to write down small steps, that can grow into bigger changes? For instance, to join a gym, or walk 3 days a week, or find a workout buddy?
@purplelady568 Great job
@NanditaB
hey these are some good answers
@Hope
I had to rewatch the video a few times because i was trying to focus on the new-to-me concepts and terminology. In my family/circle, we called such systems "lifestyle changes".
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed? A better system of organization.
What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life? 1. Write down reminders/set alarms about following up on previous conversations or commitments. 2. Stick to scheduled times and activities. Build in extra time for traffic or other mishaps. 3. Feel free to say NO to things that are time wasters. 4. Have a reasonable estimate of how long something will take to complete, and adjust as needed.
@purplelady568 this sounds amazing!
@JasmineFlower222 aww thank you! 😊
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I would like to practice my flute more often so I can make wind ensemble.
What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
1. Practicing everyday
2. Practicing for at least 1 hour
3. Work on the piece I'm playing measure by measure
@JasmineFlower222 I love music and it's so nice to hear that you want to add more music into your life! I wish you much success as you begin to build new habits.
@purplelady568 awe thank you ❤️🥰🥰
@JasmineFlower222 I wish I could play piano, 😊
@jasmineishereforu piano is cool 🥰
That's such a cool goal!!
@Hope
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
Being more positive and having that mindset.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
Change my mindset, have a daily reminder for my positivity and reading more books that can teach me how to do better.
@jasmineishereforu Hi there. I hope that you are doing well and that you are being kind to yourself with your thoughts. I know you said you wanted to be more positive, and I assure you, you can! Take it one day at a time. Reading self help books can definitely be beneficial. Great job for you for wanting to think better and be more positive in life. <3 I am proud of you.
@jasishereforallofu
Jas- I also agree with taking away the intrusive thoughts and combating them with a positive mindset with practice can help with thinking negatively! Thank you!
@Hope
What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
I'm not sure
What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life? not sure
@Chloe1644 I'm sure you can find something! Maybe connect with a listener to brainstorming some ideas? :)
✒️ What is a key system that you need to set up in your life to help you succeed?
A system that lets me track and evaluate my body composition ratio and my macros (carbs, fat, and protein) so that I can hit my fitness goals.
✒️ What are 3 behaviors you can implement to help you gradually grow that new system in your life?
I can start planning my meals to include more variety so I won't get bored and order takeout. I can also be more disciplined about proper proportioning. And also being more disciplined about not reaching for dessert.