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Tuesday, March 11, 2025

The difference between a goal and an obligation

Obligations and goals have an uncomfortable relationship. They have an awful lot in common but they live in tension. Sometimes they get on each other's nerves.

Think of it like this:
A goal is a destination. A destination with a travel plan and a timeline. The travel plan and timeline are what distinguish a goal from a dream.

An obligation, on the other hand, is a weight you carry on your journey. It's baggage.