26A - Celebrating Failure

1)    This semester a set a goal out to increase the number of times I go on a run per week. I planned on waking up early and starting most of my days with a run. At the beginning of the semester, I followed my plan for a couple of weeks, however, I ended up constantly putting it off and not achieving my original goal I set out. It took the coronavirus outbreak and gyms closing to force me into a better habit of running daily.


2)    I learned that the most important thing to do when setting a goal is to make sure you start of strong. Looking back, if I had possibly run for consistently for the first month then I would have most likely accomplished my goal.


3)     I think that not reaching my goal just showed myself that this is something that I need to try harder at and really force myself into doing. I think that not reaching your goal or failing at something only makes you a better person, especially if you are able to fix your mistakes and achieve it in the future. Learning from your mistakes is a very valuable skill to have.

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  1. Bernard BynumApril 19, 2020 at 5:45 PM

    Michael,

    I definitely relate your failure of keeping consistent with exercise and going on runs. My workout schedules got inconsistent throughout the semester and I didn't achieve my personal goal. That's great you're taking advantage of the current situation of getting back on track. When setting a goal, it's important to keep yourself motivated into continuing. It's great you used your failure to better yourself later on.

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  2. The Mainzer PostApril 20, 2020 at 12:07 AM

    Michael,

    I understand your struggle. It is often easy to set tough goals but it take real dedication and change of habits to actually achieve those goals. I have set running goals before and let myself down. It is great that you are in the process of correcting your habits. It takes a lot to realize that you need to change your habits so I commend you for that. This semester has been a great learning experience for you and I both.

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