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Réka Koszta

  • NLP goal setting (part 3): What happens when you start using your senses?

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    Réka Koszta

    Discover how sensory-based NLP goal setting helps you achieve sustainable change. Learn how language, emotions, and perception turn goals into action.

    Why sensory-based goals turn intention into lasting change

    If you’ve read Part 1 https://crystalclearbyreka.blog/life-coaching/how-to-set-goals-in-a-positive-way/ of this series, you already know why most goals fail — they are framed in negative language and focus on what we want to move away from rather than what we want to move towards.
    In Part 2, https://crystalclearbyreka.blog/life-coaching/the-nlp-goal-setting-how-to-set-goals-that-actually-work/ we explored how subtle shifts in wording can dramatically change motivation and outcomes.

    In this final part, we go one step deeper.

    Because even a positively framed goal won’t last if it only exists on paper — it needs to be experienced.

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  • My view on astrology – as a self-awareness tool for personal growth

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    Réka Koszta

    Astrology is not about predicting the future. It’s a tool for self-awareness, choice, and personal growth. Discover a grounded, responsible approach to astrology.

    A grounded perspective on astrology, choice, and personal responsibility

    Astrology is often misunderstood as something mystical or deterministic. For me, it is neither. I see astrology as a symbolic and energetic framework that helps us understand ourselves better — while always leaving responsibility, choice, and direction firmly in our own hands. Astrology will increase self awareness if you are approach it with common sense.

    A rational background and an esoteric interest

    If you are reading my blog, you will probably notice that I am quite esoteric. In my case, this doesn’t mean that I conduct my life based on how the stars are aligned. My core education is in law and finance — and if there is anything far from being esoteric, it is these two fields (except perhaps engineering and other hard sciences).

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  • Do you expect that someone else will fix your life?

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    Réka Koszta

    Unrealistic expectations in relationships often include expecting a partner to fix your life. Here’s why that never works.

    One of the most damaging unrealistic expectations in relationships sounds something like this:

    “My life is a disaster. I’m unattractive, unsuccessful, broke — but when I find my perfect match, everything will fall into place and I’ll finally be happy.”

    Or, as phrased in the original list that inspired this mini-series:
    “I want a man who makes me happy and lifts me up.”

    How many of us have entertained this belief at some point? And more importantly — is it realistic?

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  • The NLP goal-setting: How to set goals that actually work

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    Réka Koszta

    Discover how NLP goal setting goes beyond SMART goals and why using positive language can dramatically improve motivation and success.

    From part 1 of goal setting https://crystalclearbyreka.blog/how-to-set-goals-in-a-positive-way/ you may already be familiar with the SMART goal-setting method, which is also used in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). The SMART acronym stands for:

    • Specific
    • Measurable
    • Authentic (often referred to as Attainable)
    • Realistic
    • Time-bound

    While SMART goals are helpful, the aim of this article is to introduce a slightly adjusted NLP goal-setting technique. Although less well known, it often creates far greater and more sustainable results — because this is where real NLP begins.

    Let me explain why.

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