Forget about goals, focus on the system instead.

The system is about the process that finally leads to the achievement of the goal. If the system is good, success is inevitable. The difference between successful and not successful people are not the type of goals they set. They both set the same goals. Yet, some of them become successful and others do not. The difference is the system. Can you be successful without setting goals but with a good system? Yes, you can.

Instructions

Design a system that will get you to where you want to be.
Goals are good to set direction. The system is what will get you there.
Make the system motivate you and give you happiness.
The feeling you get when you achieve a goal is only momentary. However, if you focus on the system instead, you will enjoy the entire process.

Insights

If you want result X, stop focusing on the fact that you don't have result X, instead start focusing on process X. Focus on the game you are playing on the field and not on the score board, this is very NB to remember!

Llewellyn Devereaux

If you enjoy the process, the end result is merely a bonus. If the goal was your only focus, you'd lose motivation and drive to keep going with the process.

Sam