The next time you’re trying to reach a complex goal, visualize the end result and then plan backwards from there. According to new research, mapping out each action you need to succeed in reverse – from the final step you need to take, the one before that and so on, allows you to better anticipate the steps you need to take to achieve your goal.
This Weird but Simple Mind Trick Can Help You Reach Your Toughest Goals, Science Says
When it comes to big goals, the most perilous part of the journey is the middle. When we first start chasing a new accomplishment, we’re usually fired up about the project. When we’re close to the end, we’re determined to see our hard work pay off.