For our purposes, let's say a goal is a specific objective that you either achieve or don't sometime in the future. A system is something you do on a regular basis that increases your odds of happiness in the long run. If you do something every day, it's a system. If you're waiting to achieve it someday in the future, it's a goal.
In "How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big," Scott Adams defines a goal as a specific target that one aims to reach at some point in the future. Achieving this goal is binary; it is either accomplished or not. On the other hand, a system is described as a continuous practice or routine that one engages in regularly, which is aimed at improving overall happiness and success in the long term.
This distinction emphasizes the importance of systems over goals. While goals can lead to stress and disappointment due to their inherent uncertainty, systems promote daily actions that foster growth and satisfaction. By focusing on what you do consistently, rather than fixating solely on future achievements, you can enhance your chances of enduring happiness and fulfillment.
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