Thank you, Mindmax for your reply.
I think one of the philosophies of goal setting is that there shouldn't be an end to the goals you have set. Once you have attained a specific goal, you should always have another one set in place. It shouldn't mean that you don't celebrate the small wins (what's a small win?) and take time to soak in the achievement, but to continue improving and moving forward you should have another one in place so you know what you should strive for next e.g. If I have passed Grade 4 on the piano, I should work on getting Grade 5, and then 6 when I have achieved Grade 5, etc; once I have attained Grade 8, I then focus on how to improve playing at orchestral standard, etc.
I totally agree—there’s so much truth to the idea that goals shouldn’t have an end point. Life feels more meaningful when you’re always working toward something new, but you’re absolutely right that celebrating the small wins along the way is just as important. For me, a small win is anything that reminds you you’re making progress, like nailing a tough piece of music or finally feeling comfortable with a new skill. It’s those little moments that keep you motivated.
I like your example of working through piano grades. It’s such a great way to think about personal growt and once you hit one goal, finding a new way to challenge yourself. It’s a reminder that the journey is just as important, if not more, than the destination.
Do you already have something in mind for your next goal? It sounds like you’re already in a great headspace to keep moving forward!
So are you saying that you're looking for something more challenging in your field or something you wish to work more towards?
Yeah, exactly. I feel like I need something that challenges me again, something that really makes me think and keeps me engaged. Don’t get me wrong, having autonomy is nice, but it’s started to feel a bit... dull, like I’m just going through the motions without anything pushing me.
Thank you for sharing those links—I’ve checked them out, and I really enjoyed the insights. I’ve always appreciated Jordan Peterson’s work; his book 12 Rules of Life was a game changer for me in my early 20s. It really helped clarify so much about navigating challenges and building a meaningful life. Thanks again for pointing me in that direction!