Having a goal is SMART, important and the first step in making change, but learning how to be S.M.A.R.T.E.R when setting goals takes a little bit more practice and patience.One has to be diligent when setting goals and mindful of following each step of the S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goal setting process. First, understand why you are setting the goal. Why are you choosing to embark on a new challenge? Think about how you feel and what will change once you reach your goal. When you identify your core purpose of embarking on a new challenge you will be able to increase your motivation and drive. Having this core purpose/passion is your fuel. Your fuel will give you the extra boost when the going gets tough, or it's cold outside and you don't want to go workout! Find your Fuel, use your Fuel, and set S.M.A.R.T.E.R. goals. Follow the goal setting process below to assist you in reaching your next challenge. Remember-WRITE YOUR GOALS DOWN. A goal written is just letters that make up an idea until you make it an action-GET STARTED!
Goal Setting Process-The S.M.A.R.T.E.R Way
S: SPECIFIC
M: MEASURABLE
A: ATTAINABLE
R: REALISTIC
T: TIME-BASED
E: EVALUATION
R: RE-FOCUS
Goal setting gives you an edge in three areas:
1- Provides direction
2- Provides feedback
3- Provides a daily purpose-motivation
What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.-Henry David Thoreau
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