Reflective Essay On Lifetime Goals

Lifetime Goals
I have many goals that I dream of meeting during this lifetime. Each goal is special to me in different ways. I dream of graduating college, receiving my degree in Elementary education, making a difference in the lives of my students, starting a family, and publishing my first novel. These goals can be divided in three separate categories: educational goals, personal goals, and goals that make a difference.
Graduating college and receiving my degree in education are both goals with an education in mind. Educational goals are a must in order for one to succeed to the furthest. How will I ever become a teacher if I do not first attend school? Not only is it important for me to attend school, but also for me to do my best. Educational goals will challenge me to do my best no matter how difficult it may be. They will also equip me with the things needed later in my life- the things needed in order to reach my other goals. There will be moments filled with exhaustion, and the temptation to quit, but if I endure to the end I know my reward will be great.
Another category of goals would be personal goals. Getting married, starting a family, and publishing my first novel would all be considered personal goals.

These goals all begin and end with great reward. They are not sought after with the idea of obtaining something in the future, but instead instantly fill my heart with joy. Getting married and starting a family fulfills my dream of raising children set on making a difference in this world. Writing my first novel would ultimately fulfill my dream of sharing my words with others around me; perhaps even creating joy in their lives. Though my personal goals will all require work, I know that the gratification will be instant, and the trials forgotten as I have the privilege of enjoying the things I love.
My last categories of goals are goals that make a difference.

Unlike my personal goals, and educational goals, these goals are not intended to serve me, but instead serve others around me. I dream of one day making a difference as I teach the young children in my class. I wish to someday plant a desire to go out and help make the world a better place. I hope that one day I am able to make each of my students feel wanted and needed in this world, as well as teach them as much as I can. Goals that make a difference are not intended for self glory or succession later on, but instead to encourage future generations to take a stand for what is right and be a light to the

future.
Each category of goals mean something different to me, and each challenge me in different ways. Whether it challenges me to pursue an education, help others, or purse my own dreams, they each push me to step outside my comfort zone and do my best. These goals represent who I am and who I hope to one day become in my lifetime.