I guess what I meant about not goal setting for meditation is that it shouldn't be about trying or making an effort. That defeats the general purpose of meditation which in my opinion is about being or allowing. Trying comes from the ego and being comes from the essence or divine or whatever you'd like to call it.
I do like the idea of having an intention, but then let go of attachment to the result. That is the best way to create anything. For instance, when I used to try to learn astral projection, I followed certain techniques. I would always get to the point where I was sort of halfway out. I later realized that I was trying too hard. I had several out of body experiences spontaneously while meditating but never when I purposely did the techniques.
Of course, this just may be me. I may simply be the type who makes too much effort when trying a technique. My other caution when meditating is that if you are goal-oriented, you may inadvertently find yourself comparing your meditations. When I first started meditation, if I had an amazing experience, the next time I would be thinking "I hope it's like last time." In that way, I got in my own way during meditation. I quickly learned to set my intention, let go of expectations and simply allow and be present to whatever occurred. This was a great lesson for how to approach life as well.
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