{S} Set SPECIFIC Goals: A specific goal is more attainable than a generic goal.

• Bad: “I will drink more water.”
• Good: “I will five 8-oz glasses of water a day.”

{M} Set MEASURABLE Goals: Goals need to have a way of being objectively measured.

• Bad: “I will be a more encouraging person.”
• Good: “I will intentionally encourage three people today.”

{A} Set ACHIEVABLE Goals: Goals that are achievable help you to build future success on previous success.

• Bad: “I will have an immaculate entryway.”
• Good: “I will sweep and mop the entryway three times this week.”

{R} Set REALISTIC Goals: A realistic goal is a goal that you are both willing and able to accomplish.

• Bad: “I will learn to love pickles.”
• Good: “I will eat one more serving of vegetables a day.”

{T} Set TIMELY Goals: If a goal does not have a time frame set on it, it is much less likely to be accomplished.

• Bad: “I will run a marathon someday.”
• Good: “I will be in shape to run a 5K on February 1st.”

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