This archive report was first published on 24 December 2019.
As the year draws to a close, many of us are reflecting on our goals and resolutions. But have you ever stopped to think about the potential dangers of rushing to meet these targets?
Personally, I've come to realize that my life is best lived on autopilot. I used to make New Year's resolutions, only to drop them along the way. It wasn't until I stopped trying to control every aspect of my life that I started to achieve my dreams.
Take, for example, the person who vowed to save Sh100,000 by the end of the year. When I met her two months ago, she had saved less than a quarter of that amount. The pressure to meet this goal was clearly taking a toll on her.
And it's not just about saving money. I know someone who promised to finish building their home within the year, only to rush the completion and end up with a house that needs major renovations just a year later.
As I reflect on my own experiences, I'm reminded of a friend who invited me to the launch of his new home. It was a grand affair, but things took a turn when we tried to sleep in the unfinished house. The brick missing from the wall created a hole big enough for a snake to slither in, and I couldn't sleep a wink.
It's a sobering reminder of the dangers of rushing to meet unrealistic goals. So, as we head into the new year, let's take a step back and think twice before we set ourselves up for failure.
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