When setting goals, you may wonder - should one set lofty goals or more reasonable goals? Most people would argue that it's better to set reasonable goals, anything else would be just setting yourself up for failure. Well, have you ever heard of this saying?

According to Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, something that is "elevated in status" or "superior" is lofty. Therefore, a lofty goal is a shoot-for-the-stars type of goal. People who set lofty goals want the best for themselves. All-or-nothing people.

• Become a Millionaire
• Own an Industry Giant Business
• Earn and Maintain a 4.0 GPA
• Earn a Master's Degree
• Become a Doctor
• Learn 20 Programming Languages
• Earn $10,000 a Month

Think about it, if your goal is to earn enough money to rent out an apartment, that's the only thing you'll get. If you're ultimate goal is to purchase and pay off a 5-story house, you may not accomplish that goal. However, you may end up with a 2-story house instead, which is much better than an apartment.

Even if you don't accomplish your lofty goal, you will still accomplish a lot. If you set a goal that's easy for you to reach, you won't feel very proud of yourself, because it took little to no effort to accomplish it.

When it comes to goals, always try to challenge yourself. With challenging goals, you'll feel motivated to pursue them. If your goal was to go from earning $10,000 a year to $200,000 a year, and you topped out at $180,000 per year, would you beat yourself up? No! You'd be proud of yourself, if anything.

Despite what everyone else says, I say, set lofty goals. Don't be afraid of disappointment, and you'll accomplish a lot in your lifetime.