Though many people may benefit from setting life goals, new research led by Curtin University has revealed working towards unachievable targets could in fact have a negative impact on overall well-being—and knowing when to abandon or change your goals may be just as important as persistence.
Know when to fold ’em: Study reveals benefits of dropping unrealistic goals
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