Yes this list has no base, but its less-bad than not having goals or a map of common goal-space and not knowing where to look for inspiration in the area.
Power was a late addition to the list; while I can agree that power is unusual; it may be /a/ goal of /a/ person (to obtain power for power’s sake).
Similarly finding a way to leave a legacy behind, i.e. setting up a sustainable foundation to shape the future of humanity (i.e. nobel prizes). and leave yourself with a legacy (without of which Alfred nobel would be known only for the invention of TNT—which he did not want). This is potentially a goal-class of humans to have.
I also care not for fame nor conquer. But I can suppose that someone else might. And might want to think about how to achieve those things.
I think that gratitude falls under either spirituality or self-awareness. So I will update the description to include it.
Flow is a self awareness skill (and I will update it to be included there)
Perspectives is also a self-awareness trait
Rationality is definitely a skill/ability to be trained.
Interesting table of virtues; I find them to be a cluster of traits any person would want (variously) along the journey to pursuing their goals. But not goals of themselves. “bravery” is a good thing to have; or to carry, but does not become a goal of itself. Just because you are brave; does not mean you know what you will next do with that bravery.
I will add your suggestions to the list.
These goals are not by any means rational. Some of them might be irrational. But that doesn’t stop some people from chasing after them. And I don’t know if I have any right to be the person who defines which goals are irrational for another person. I can only leave that up to the reader.
It is another process (another post) to consider if goals are rational (or a good idea) and further “what is the most effective way to achieve the next goal”. But you need a goal first before you can apply those considerations to them.
Alright, I think I misunderstood the overall point to this post. It is meant to be about goals that people commonly have rather than should have or would be good to have.
Here’s some more ideas:
Create something new, not necessarily the first, but something new. For example, you might build a table or write a program and take enjoyment in the fact that you created it.
Be treated fairly
keep up with the Joneses—you have money/wealth already, but there is also the goal of appearing like you have money/wealth
I guess you have decided not to include the boring drives and urges like eat food etc.
I have this communication problem, I put that in the title. I am not sure how to make it more clear other than changing the title words from “list of common goals” to “goals that people commonly have”.
These are new suggestions. I will add them in.
Boring things I made the assumption that there is a natural human drive for (i.e. relieving one’s self by peeing when appropriate; eating food; getting sleep) the very basic maslow desires before higher level goals appear relevant.
Yes this list has no base, but its less-bad than not having goals or a map of common goal-space and not knowing where to look for inspiration in the area.
Power was a late addition to the list; while I can agree that power is unusual; it may be /a/ goal of /a/ person (to obtain power for power’s sake).
Similarly finding a way to leave a legacy behind, i.e. setting up a sustainable foundation to shape the future of humanity (i.e. nobel prizes). and leave yourself with a legacy (without of which Alfred nobel would be known only for the invention of TNT—which he did not want). This is potentially a goal-class of humans to have.
I also care not for fame nor conquer. But I can suppose that someone else might. And might want to think about how to achieve those things.
I think that gratitude falls under either spirituality or self-awareness. So I will update the description to include it. Flow is a self awareness skill (and I will update it to be included there) Perspectives is also a self-awareness trait Rationality is definitely a skill/ability to be trained.
Interesting table of virtues; I find them to be a cluster of traits any person would want (variously) along the journey to pursuing their goals. But not goals of themselves. “bravery” is a good thing to have; or to carry, but does not become a goal of itself. Just because you are brave; does not mean you know what you will next do with that bravery.
I will add your suggestions to the list.
These goals are not by any means rational. Some of them might be irrational. But that doesn’t stop some people from chasing after them. And I don’t know if I have any right to be the person who defines which goals are irrational for another person. I can only leave that up to the reader.
It is another process (another post) to consider if goals are rational (or a good idea) and further “what is the most effective way to achieve the next goal”. But you need a goal first before you can apply those considerations to them.
Thanks for your help improving this post!
Alright, I think I misunderstood the overall point to this post. It is meant to be about goals that people commonly have rather than should have or would be good to have. Here’s some more ideas:
Create something new, not necessarily the first, but something new. For example, you might build a table or write a program and take enjoyment in the fact that you created it.
Be treated fairly
keep up with the Joneses—you have money/wealth already, but there is also the goal of appearing like you have money/wealth
I guess you have decided not to include the boring drives and urges like eat food etc.
I have this communication problem, I put that in the title. I am not sure how to make it more clear other than changing the title words from “list of common goals” to “goals that people commonly have”.
These are new suggestions. I will add them in.
Boring things I made the assumption that there is a natural human drive for (i.e. relieving one’s self by peeing when appropriate; eating food; getting sleep) the very basic maslow desires before higher level goals appear relevant.