Starting off Strong: New Semester, New Goals
A new semester means a fresh start full of opportunity to set new goals, overcome setbacks and achieve new heights! Whether you are setting goals for healthy eating, activity, or classes- keep reading to learn five tips to stay motivated and focused. Tips for Turning Goals into Reality: 1. Have a vision and mission A vision outlines specifically where you want to go. Put a number on what you want to achieve. A mission outlines how you will achieve your vision. What steps will you take to achieve your goal? Example: Vision: I want to improve my iron levels to the healthy target range. Mission: I will improve my iron levels by incorporating more iron rich foods in my diet. 2. Break it down into mini goals Breaking the bigger goal into smaller approaches you can do daily makes it much less daunting and much more achievable! Example: Have a serving of iron-rich foods at each meal, e.g. beans, meat, etc. 3. Set a “SMART” goal Specific Measurable Action-oriented Realistic Time