When it comes to setting goals, many of us might find that we are often out of reach of them. It doesn’t matter whether it is the new year, the start of a fresh month, or a new week, setting goals is something many of us do to help us on the path to where we want to be. Achieving those goals is a little harder, so how can you change that? Here are some of the tips to help you set realistic goals and smash them.
Think SMART
The first thing to think about is the approach that you have to your goals. It is important that when you set goals you are realistic, but also that they present some form of challenge to keep you incentivised. The SMART technique is a great approach to have. For those that are unsure here is what SMART means.
S – Specific – It is important for you to be specific with your goals. This is where the realistic approach helps. For example, you may have a goal to run a marathon. But that won’t be achieved overnight, so it might be worth being specific such as running a certain amount of miles within a specific timeframe.
M – Measurable – The goals also need to be measurable, meaningful, and motivational. This is where you can track your progress so that you can see the start of your journey and the route to achieve your goal.
A – Achievable – You also need to be realistic in the achievement side of things, so set goals that you know are achievable for you. It doesn’t matter what the goal is, just as long as at some point you know you will get there, providing you take the right steps.
R – Relevant – It is also important for you to be relevant and realistic. Having big goals is great, but setting smaller realistic goals will help you on the journey to achieving it.
T- Time – Set timeframes so that you can stay accountable.
Staying motivated
It is important for you to stay motivated when it comes to achieving your goals, so when looking at setting the goals, make sure you feel passionate about them. Staying motivated is one of the hardest obstacles to overcome, especially at times when you might feel you aren’t getting there. This is why the SMART approach can help as you can track your journey so that the progress is measurable. Therefore, being able to stay motivated. If you are struggling, remind yourself of why you are doing this or why you want to achieve this specific goal.
Journaling and affirmations
You can also use journaling and affirmations as a way to help you stay focused on what you want to achieve. Writing about achieving your goals in the present tense, saying out loud affirmations that are relevant to what you want to achieve, or just showing gratitude to the journey you have already been on. These things can really help you to stay mindful of what you want to achieve.
Hopefully, these tips will help you to set realistic goals and smash them.
