In this episode, Kelsey reflects on the idea of constantly pursuing goals and the concept of "getting there." She shares a recent experience attending a worship night where the founder of a run club, Will, shared his personal testimony. His story resonated with Kelsey, especially his realization that the pursuit of achievement often leads to a moving goal post—always chasing the next milestone without truly feeling content.
Kelsey connects this idea to her own journey, specifically her experience with fitness. She recalls how, as a college student, she thought that achieving a perfect physique or winning a bodybuilding competition would bring her ultimate confidence and happiness. However, after reaching those milestones, she found that the feelings of fulfillment were fleeting. Instead, Kelsey learned that true confidence comes not from the outcome, but from the process—the hard work, dedication, and personal growth that occurs along the way.
Kelsey emphasizes that goals are important, but they shouldn't be the end-all-be-all. Each "there" is simply a launching pad for the next goal, the next challenge, and the next evolution of who we are. The real value lies in who we become in the pursuit of our goals, not just in the achievement itself.
She concludes with a powerful quote from Theodore Roosevelt, highlighting that true success comes from daring greatly, embracing failure, and stepping into new arenas without fear of failure.
Key Takeaways:
The pursuit of goals is ongoing; there’s no final “there.”
Growth happens in the process, not just in the outcome.
True fulfillment comes from who you become while chasing your goals, not the goals themselves.
Each new goal is a chance to step into a new arena and evolve.
If you're on a journey of personal growth, Kelsey's message encourages you to embrace the process, keep setting new goals, and celebrate who you’re becoming along the way.
