Whatever you really want, wants don’t get met consistently, standards do.
The quote “Whatever you really want, wants don’t get met consistently, standards do” essentially means that the desires we have in life, our wants, are not always achieved consistently. This is because wants are often fleeting, changing, and dependent on our emotions and circumstances. On the other hand, standards, the expectations we set for ourselves, are met more consistently because they are more unchanging and rigid. They are the benchmarks we set for ourselves that determine our actions and decisions, and thus, our outcomes.
The difference between wants and standards is like the difference between wishful thinking and commitment. When we merely ‘want’ something, we are expressing a desire without necessarily committing to the actions required to achieve it. However, when we set a ‘standard’, we are making a commitment to ourselves that we will not accept anything less than that standard. This commitment drives us to take consistent action towards achieving our standard, which is why standards get met more consistently than wants.
Applying this idea to today’s world, it can be seen in various areas such as personal development, career, relationships, and health. For example, in the realm of personal development, one might want to become more disciplined. However, if this remains a mere want, one might not take the necessary steps to achieve it. But if one sets a standard to be disciplined, then they establish a routine, make a commitment, and take consistent action to live up to that standard.
In a career context, an individual might want a promotion but if they don’t raise their work standards to match that of the desired position, they may not achieve it. However, if they set a standard to always deliver high-quality work, they will take the necessary actions to meet this standard, increasing their chances of getting the promotion.
In relationships, one might want a healthy, loving relationship. But if they don’t set standards for how they should be treated and what they expect from a partner, they might settle for less. By setting standards, they will not accept anything less, leading to healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
In health, one might want to lose weight or get fit. But if they don’t set a standard for their diet and exercise, they might not achieve their goal. However, by setting a standard for their health, they commit to a certain diet and exercise routine, leading to more consistent results.
In conclusion, while wants express our desires, it is our standards that drive our actions and determine our outcomes. Therefore, if we want to achieve something, we should not just want it, but set it as our standard.
