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#205 – The Hidden Danger of Easy Goals

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Content provided by Ian Hawkins. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Ian Hawkins or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

If you want to get support directly from us to remove your repetitive self-doubt, join our FREE community: The Sport Is Life Movement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportislife

Ready to gain the clarity and direction to move forward with purpose, especially when life throws you a curveball? Join the Game Plan training today. https://www.ianhawkinscoaching.com/gameplanmembership

Episode Summary:

In this solo episode, Ian Hawkins breaks down one of the biggest traps high performers fall into setting goals that are too easy.

He explains why comfortable goals create a false sense of progress, why challenge fuels motivation and fulfilment, and how to start aiming higher without burning out. Drawing on lessons from mentors like Les Brown, Ian shares practical strategies to set “impossible dreams” that stretch you beyond comfort, while giving you structure and clarity to make them achievable.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or leader, this episode will help you reframe how you approach growth. Because when you stop playing it safe and start aiming for what scares you a little — that’s when you truly transform.

About the Host:

Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

Join the 2025 Planning Session here https://www.facebook.com/share/1C6AqzhGeY/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ianhawkinscoaching

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SportIsLife-IanHawkins

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Content provided by Ian Hawkins. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Ian Hawkins or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

If you want to get support directly from us to remove your repetitive self-doubt, join our FREE community: The Sport Is Life Movement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sportislife

Ready to gain the clarity and direction to move forward with purpose, especially when life throws you a curveball? Join the Game Plan training today. https://www.ianhawkinscoaching.com/gameplanmembership

Episode Summary:

In this solo episode, Ian Hawkins breaks down one of the biggest traps high performers fall into setting goals that are too easy.

He explains why comfortable goals create a false sense of progress, why challenge fuels motivation and fulfilment, and how to start aiming higher without burning out. Drawing on lessons from mentors like Les Brown, Ian shares practical strategies to set “impossible dreams” that stretch you beyond comfort, while giving you structure and clarity to make them achievable.

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or leader, this episode will help you reframe how you approach growth. Because when you stop playing it safe and start aiming for what scares you a little — that’s when you truly transform.

About the Host:

Ian Hawkins is dedicated to showing how sports can transform lives. With extensive experience as an athlete, a coach, PE teacher, community volunteer, and manager at Fox Sports, Ian brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. His journey began in his backyard, mentored by his older brother, and has since evolved into coaching elite athletes and business leaders. Ian's commitment to sports and personal development is evident in his roles as a performance coach and active community member. Through "Sport Is Life," Ian shares inspiring stories and valuable lessons to help listeners apply sports principles to all areas of life.

Join the 2025 Planning Session here https://www.facebook.com/share/1C6AqzhGeY/

Check Me Out On:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ianhawkinscoaching

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianhawkinscoaching

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SportIsLife-IanHawkins

Theme Music Artist:

One Day Kings https://www.instagram.com/onedaykings/

See https://www.captivate.fm/privacy-policy-for-listeners for privacy information.

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