Setting goals.... This topic of conversation is usually reserved for New Year's Resolutions, but I'm going to suggest a novel idea- what if we took a look at our lives right now and set a few goals, now, in July?
In Lisa Druxman's book, Lean Mommy, she describes how to set SMART goals:
"Goal-setting can be tricky because a goal can set you up for success- or failure....If a new behavior doesn't fit into your lifestyle, is too much to keep up with, or doesn't provide you with motivating feedback along the way, you simply won't achieve your goal."
So how do you set a good goal? The best way is to set a SMART goal.
Specific: Clearly define what you want to happen
Measurable: Your goal needs to be something you can measure
Achievable: Aim for something in the realm of your personal possibility
Reinforceable: Is it something that you can reinforce or reward yourself for?
Timely: Is there a time frame to accomplish this goal?
Here are some examples of Not-so-Smart and SMART Goals:
1. I want to eat healthier (not-so-smart)
I want to eat 15 grams of fiber each day- Sub-goal: I will eat beans for lunch every day & a piece of fruit with every meal. (SMART)
2. I am going to start running
I will run 3 times/week and will be ready to run a 1/2 marathon in 6 months. Sub-goal: I'm going to run 3 times/week and be ready to run a 5k in 3 months. (SMART)
So find something you want to accomplish- it is best to start small- make it into a SMART goal, write it down & go out & DO IT! I can help you if you need it!
In Lisa Druxman's book, Lean Mommy, she describes how to set SMART goals:
"Goal-setting can be tricky because a goal can set you up for success- or failure....If a new behavior doesn't fit into your lifestyle, is too much to keep up with, or doesn't provide you with motivating feedback along the way, you simply won't achieve your goal."
So how do you set a good goal? The best way is to set a SMART goal.
Specific: Clearly define what you want to happen
Measurable: Your goal needs to be something you can measure
Achievable: Aim for something in the realm of your personal possibility
Reinforceable: Is it something that you can reinforce or reward yourself for?
Timely: Is there a time frame to accomplish this goal?
Here are some examples of Not-so-Smart and SMART Goals:
1. I want to eat healthier (not-so-smart)
I want to eat 15 grams of fiber each day- Sub-goal: I will eat beans for lunch every day & a piece of fruit with every meal. (SMART)
2. I am going to start running
I will run 3 times/week and will be ready to run a 1/2 marathon in 6 months. Sub-goal: I'm going to run 3 times/week and be ready to run a 5k in 3 months. (SMART)
So find something you want to accomplish- it is best to start small- make it into a SMART goal, write it down & go out & DO IT! I can help you if you need it!
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