# 💯 the Spectrum of Control  Author:: Ali Abdaal ## Highlights > So what type of goal should you choose? > I think it depends on your motivation levels. Are you stuck on autopilot? Do things seem too easy or repetitive right now? In that case, try challenging yourself with some ambitious Output Goals (lift heavier weights, film more videos) or Outcome Goals (6-pack abs, hitting 200k YouTube subscribers). Giving yourself an [exciting project](https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/8ku655g8g6hoh02e29qak/8ghqhohgv3z763fl/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbGlhYmRhYWwuY29tL3RoZS1wb3dlci1vZi1wcm9qZWN0cy8=) that’s a bit out of your control might get you fired up again. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01g8s5wr7xg16hzxm2b7c78sr6)) --- Title: 💯 the Spectrum of Control Author: Ali Abdaal Tags: readwise, articles date: 2024-01-30 --- # 💯 the Spectrum of Control  Author:: Ali Abdaal ## AI-Generated Summary These are the final outcomes that we actually want. I don’t really care about writing 2,000 words a day; what I really want is to write a good book. ## Highlights > So what type of goal should you choose? > I think it depends on your motivation levels. Are you stuck on autopilot? Do things seem too easy or repetitive right now? In that case, try challenging yourself with some ambitious Output Goals (lift heavier weights, film more videos) or Outcome Goals (6-pack abs, hitting 200k YouTube subscribers). Giving yourself an [exciting project](https://click.convertkit-mail2.com/8ku655g8g6hoh02e29qak/8ghqhohgv3z763fl/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbGlhYmRhYWwuY29tL3RoZS1wb3dlci1vZi1wcm9qZWN0cy8=) that’s a bit out of your control might get you fired up again. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01g8s5wr7xg16hzxm2b7c78sr6))