Why chasing the feeling is more powerful then the goal

Living your best life happens when you live in alignment with your true desires, core values and authentic self.It happens when you let go of the "shoulds" and choose to thrive in the magic, creation and manifestation of your dreams.While I am an advocate of setting and achieving goals in order to move forward in life and the direction of your dreams, I think goal-setting strategies are flawed.Goals are often approached with an external state of mind. There will always be another goal to set and to achieve. There will always be another promotion to strive for, a newer car to own and another trip to take.With this type of thinking we are left unsatisfied in a never-ending cycle.I’m offering a more soulful approach to setting goals and living your best life. An approach rooted in your true desires, values, authentic self and the why behind the goal.

Danielle LaPorte, creator of The Desire Map, believes “You’re not chasing the goal itself, you’re chasing the feelings that you hope attaining those goals will give you.”

For example: Many people desire more money, but they’re not actually chasing money, they’re chasing what they believe money will give them. Freedom, fame, being seen or even love. It’s not about the money; it’s about the feeling.

When we approach life in a "feeling" state of mind, anything is possible. 

I am a freedom seeker. I seek freedom on every level.For as long as I can remember I have wanted to be an entrepreneur. When it came time to start my own business, I was creating anything but freedom. I am now changing the way I live my life and run my business.Freedom is at the center of every decision I make. I now feel lighter, more inspired and more empowered.So I ask you…

What do you truly desire?

How do you want to feel every moment of everyday?

What is your “why” behind each of your goals?

Take some time. Look within. Your intuition knows what you desire. Listen to her.(If you need help connecting to your intuition this free guide will help you being a journaling practice)Begin keeping your desires at the forefront of your mind when you make a decision, write your to do list, or set a new goal.Living your best life happens when you live in alignment with your true desires, values and authentic self.It happens when you let go of the "shoulds."It happens when you choose to thrive in the magic, creation and manifestation of your dreams.Sister, what do you seek? Please do share in the comments below. I'd love to hear from you.

XO, Em