Telling other people your goals can lead to lower success rates. It might seem harmless but research shows otherwise… many new year goals are identity focused. People want to influence the concept of who they are in both their own mind and others. By telling others what they want to accomplish, part of their identity goal is already obtained. This outcome then lowers the likelihood of achieving the goal.
I switched to keeping quiet about my goals a few years back and I’ve seen powerful results. If I’m serious about reaching a goal, you won’t hear about it until I’m well along the way to achieving it. Although, there's a caveat to keeping quiet… it’s good to tell other people when they can help you achieve your goals. For example, if you want to get in shape, tell a personal trainer and then ask for steps to make it happen. Also, posting on this subreddit might break the mold IF other subscribers can help you stay motivated.
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