The Science of Goal Setting and 'Good Grit' with Caroline Miller

The Sonya Looney Show

In a world filled with endless possibilities and opportunities, setting goals is often seen as the key to success. But what exactly makes a goal effective, and how can we avoid common pitfalls in the goal-setting process? I sat down with renowned goal-setting expert Caroline Miller to learn practical strategies for achieving our toughest goals and cultivating the determination to see them through.

Caroline shares what it means to develop grit how to cultivate intrinsic motivation. We talk through the differences between learning goals and performance goals, explore the concept of 'good grit' versus 'bad grit,' and discuss practical strategies for building self-regulation and finding balance in our pursuit of challenging goals.

Tune in to learn grit impacts all of us, from young kids in the next generation, to professional athletes - there's something for everyone in this episode!

Here are some key takeaways:

- The differences between learning goals and performance goals- Types of good and bad grit- Building self-regulation and intrinsic motivation- Finding a balance between challenging goals and short-term satisfaction- Developing grit in younger generations- The importance of lived experience in applying positive psychology concepts

Links:

- Check out my ultimate guide to goal setting - Learn how Mario Fraioli coaches athletes to focus on growth over goals - Read my blog about the risk of unrealistic standards