Activity: Values List
The “Values List” method is a tool for uncovering and clarifying personal core values. Click on the values you think are a key part of you and your daily life and decisions, and find out more!
SMART goals
In this activity, you will learn more about SMART goals, what they are and how you can define them.
A goal should be clear and well-defined. Instead of setting a vague goal like “I want to get in shape,” make it specific, such as “I will go to the gym three times a week and follow a strength training program.” Being specific helps you stay focused and understand exactly what you need to do.
SPECIFIC
Your goal should include criteria to track progress. If you can’t measure it, it’s hard to know whether you’re making progress. For example, instead of “I want to save money,” make it measurable: “I will save $200 each month for the next six months.”
Measurable
A goal should be challenging but still realistic. Setting an unrealistic goal can lead to frustration and giving up. Instead of “I’ll lose 50 pounds in a month,” an achievable goal would be “I’ll lose 5 pounds per month by exercising and eating healthy.”
ACHIEVABLE
Your goal should align with your personal values, priorities, and long-term objectives. Ask yourself, “Why is this goal important to me?” If your goal is to improve your career, setting a goal to learn a new skill or earn a certification would be relevant.
RELEVANT
A goal should have a deadline to create urgency and motivation. Instead of “I want to write a book someday,” a time-bound goal would be “I will write one chapter per week and complete my first draft in six months.”
