This is explained to be a goal or target meant and positioned to be hit within short period of time. It is described to be a stepping stone towards a long term goal. Experts has also said that is a bridge that connects the long-term endeavours. This why on a goal standard of living, a car purchase is seen to be a short-term goal. When there are no specific guidelines, the road to your bigger goals becomes murky, this is seen because your compass is wrongly set.
