GOAL SETTING
S - Specific
M - Measurable
A - Attainable
R- Realistic
T - Timed-Framed
S - Specific
M - Measurable
A - Attainable
R- Realistic
T - Timed-Framed
S - Specific
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What, Why, and How
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Examples:
Poor Example: I will exercise more.
Good Example: I will walk for 30 minutes every day.
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M - Measurable
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How much and How many?
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Ask Yourself:
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A - Attainable
Setting Yourself up for Success!
- A goal needs to make you slightly uncomfortable, so that you know it needs a real commitment from you; the goal should still be within your reach.
- Facing and overcoming challenges will motivate you to move on to bigger challenges and more satisfying accomplishments.
R - Realistic
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Is the Goal Obtainable?
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Examples:
Poor Example: I will not watch television.
Realistic Example: I will not watch television until my homework is done.
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T - Time-Framed
Must Have a Set Deadline:
- When do I want to have the goal accomplished?
- What steps to achieve my goal and keep me on track?
