Came across an interesting idea
this week. If you really want to accomplish something, the normal
process is to set a goal by making it a TODO item, such as: 'Lose
five pounds in one month'.
An alternative idea is to turn that goal into a question, such as,
'How can I lose five pounds in one month'? The ideas quickly come,
because our mind needs to solve the puzzle we posed. People have a
built in need to come up with an answer to a question. It has less
need to accomplish a goal.
That question, "How can I drink more water?" might spark all kinds
of follow-up questions and ideas. What if I connect drinking water
to certain triggers, e.g. taking a swig of water every time I
check my email? What if I put a desired amount of water in a
bottle each day? The various what, if, and how questions may help
you arrive at a concrete plan, instead of just a goal.