This document discusses goal setting and different types of goals. It defines goals as desired results a person wants to achieve and explains that goals involve committing time and effort. There are three types of goals: short term goals which are within one year; intermediate term goals which are between 1-5 years; and long term goals which are over 5 years. The document emphasizes that goals should be SMART - specific, measurable, attainable, timely, and relevant. Setting goals provides focus, allows progress measurement, helps overcome procrastination, and gives motivation. Goals are distinguished from dreams in that goals require action while dreams do not. The conclusion states that goals play a vital role in giving life meaning and purpose by motivating achievement.