You may have heard about intention setting in passing, but do you still feel unsure about what it means? Intention setting is an invigorating approach to personal growth that sets itself apart from traditional goal-setting. Unlike goals that zero in on specific, measurable outcomes, intentions shine a spotlight on the deeper motivations and mindset behind your actions. By weaving intentions into your daily life, you forge a profound connection to your values and purpose, enhancing your ability to adapt to unforeseen challenges. This intentional approach fosters mindfulness and self-reflection, paving the way for a more comprehensive and sustainable journey toward success. In the end, intention setting isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress and embracing the time spent along the way.
This week, we’re offering resources to help guide you in setting intentions and incorporating mindfulness seamlessly into your daily routine. It’s time to shift your focus from resolutions to intentions and embark on a journey of holistic wellbeing.
TACKLING INTENTION SETTING
Are You Setting Self-Defeating Goals?
By Emma Hanks McAdam M.A.
Most people don’t realize it, but they are accidentally setting negative goals, and this just isn’t how your brain works. If you want to set better goals, then you need to learn how to set positive goals. In this video, Emma Hanks McAdam will teach you everything you need to know about setting achievable goals.
The Noble Eightfold Path: Right Intention
By Sam Snowden, M.A., M.S., Headspace
In this 6-minute episode of Radio Headspace, Sam walks us through the power of setting intentions and the difference they can make in everything we do. By making the extra effort to write down or share our intentions, we can see the impact they have on our wellbeing.
Listen to the 6-Minute Podcast Here
Anything is Manageable in the Present Moment
By Bennett Crawford M.S.W.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of work you had to get done for a project? Sometimes, the amount of work you are required to do can feel like ‘too much’ when it exceeds your ability to cope and manage. In this article, Bennett Crawford guides you through an exercise on how to start with one small step when feeling overwhelmed.
5 Ways to Find Balance
By Jay Shetty and Adam M. Grant M.S. Ph.D.
If you’re looking for ways to find balance between your ambition and wellbeing, this podcast will help guide you to find success in both work and life.
Instead of focusing on only working harder and longer, Jay Shetty helps us think about a more sustainable solution to achieve success without burning out. In this episode, Shetty outlines five simple ways to succeed in your dream career while thriving in your life.
Listen to the 30-Minute Podcast
ASSESSMENT
Are You Mindful or Is Your Mind Full?
Have you ever been on autopilot and don’t know how you arrived somewhere until you were there? Or been so absorbed in an activity that you don’t notice what’s happening until you’re done? This is called mindlessness. Mindlessness is a very common thing to experience, especially in a goal-oriented, get-stuff-done society. On the other hand, mindfulness can help keep us grounded in the present and has many physical, emotional, and mental benefits.
Take this assessment to find out if you’re mindful or if your mind is full. Afterward, check out our recommended resources to foster, maintain, or improve mindfulness habits.
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