Word the goals positively to ensure clarity.

 

1.    Be clear that you are setting a goal because it is something you really want.

2.    Try to become more aware of decisions you are making about important goals.

3.    Before settling on your goals, generate many goals in the different areas of your life (e.g. relationships, friendships, career, recreation, etc.)

4.    Rank your goals in each area from those that are most to least markers.

5.    Specify your most important goals with concrete and recognisable markers.

6.    Have another person with whom you can check or discuss your progress toward a goal.

7.    Put aside enough time for your important goal or goals.

8.    Set up your life so you are not interrupted by outside demands.

9.    Stretch yourself by setting goals at a somewhat higher level than your previous performances.

 

1.    Always set goals that other people think you should have.

2.    Be in a hurry to select your goal.

3.    Be seduced by thoughts and activities that distract you from your important goals.

4.    Become obsessed with attending to and revising your goal list.

5.    Set very easy goals for yourself

6.    Set exceedingly difficult goals for yourself