by Wendy Monks-Janzen, Registered Psychologist (Prov)
Here is a quick tip for achieving a goal. Pull out that bundle of sticky notes—the more colourful the better.
Step 1. Take a moment to visualize a goal that you have been putting off—now draw it on one of the Post-It notes. (i.e. Drawing self with a briefcase, wanting to look for a new job)
Step 2. Take another Post-It note and write 2-3 steps of your plan of action to work towards achieving this goal. (i.e. update resume; Schedule in 1 hour a week to job search)
Step 3. Writing out specific ways that you will have known that you’ve achieved your goal (i.e. Got responses, fine-tuned passion direction, and emphasized energy spent there)
Remember: be realistic with how many goals you are focusing on at once; it can feel overwhelming if you begin goal setting for several goals at the same time.
