Read: A Vision for Your Life

When you hear something you do not understand, consider writing it down and finding out what it means. Practice using it.

Those who achieve the most in this world are those with a vision for their lives. They have goals. Goals keep them focused on their vision. Goals keep them focused on their plans. Goals help achieve their plans. Know where you are going. Know how you expect to get there. This can bring meaning, purpose, and accomplishment to life. A goal is different from a plan. A goal is an end. A plan is the way you get there. Begin with the end in mind. Find a way to get to that end. Wise goal setting includes short-term goals. These lead to longer-term goals.

(Adapted from M. Russell Ballard, “Return and Receive,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 62–63.)