Why setting goals is tired…

Embrace Stewardship and Growth Loops Instead

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Are you tired of chasing goals, always striving for that elusive sense of purpose and accomplishment? What if I told you there’s a better way to approach personal growth, one that ditches the traditional goal-setting mindset and turns it on its head? Welcome to the world of stewardship and growth loops, where we focus on nurturing our gifts and embracing the cyclical nature of growth and learning.

First, let’s talk about stewardship. In his article, “Why You Shouldn’t Stress About Finding Your Calling” (Padgett, 2021), Dan Padgett suggests that instead of obsessing over our life’s purpose, we should simply focus on being good stewards of what we’ve been given. Imagine living a life where your main goal is to honor your time, talents, resources, and relationships, trusting that God’s plan for you will unfold naturally. Sounds liberating, right?

Now, let’s dive into growth loops. Anne-Laure Le Cunff’s article, “The Paradox of Goals” (Le Cunff, 2021), introduces this game-changing concept. Growth loops remind us that personal development isn’t a linear process, but rather a series of interconnected cycles. By embracing growth loops, we empower ourselves to experiment, learn from our experiences, and continually adapt our actions.