As we usher in this new year, I’d like to take a moment to talk about something that’s crucial to our growth and development – setting goals.
The beginning of a new year is often viewed as a fresh start, an opportunity to reassess where we are and decide where we’d like to be. It’s a time to dream, plan, and set goals.
Remember, a goal without a plan is just a wish. Setting goals is not about listing out grand dreams without thinking about how to achieve them. It’s about deciding what you want to accomplish, figuring out the steps you need to take, and then committing yourself to follow through with those steps.
As Scouts, we know this better than most. Whether it’s earning a new merit badge, planning a camping trip, or learning a new skill, we break down our larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks. This process of setting goals and planning how to reach them is a crucial part of what we do.
But setting goals is not just about achieving them. It’s about the journey you embark on to reach that goal. It’s about the resilience you build when you encounter challenges, the knowledge you gain as you learn new things, and the satisfaction you feel when you see your progress.
So as we start this new year, I encourage each of you to set goals for yourself. Think about what you want to accomplish this year in Scouts, in school, and in your personal life. Break those goals down into steps and commit to following through.
Remember, the journey to achieving our goals, much like our journey in Scouting, is filled with learning, growth, and development. Here’s to a new year of setting goals and growing together. Good night, Scouts.
