Very Desperate Housewife

Here's how to reach your immediate goals with less time and effort.

Learn how to set S.M.A.R.T. goals and you’ll get further faster, with less struggle. “S” is for “specific” so get as detailed as you can when setting your goal. Instead of saying “I want to get in shape” say “I want to lose 20 pounds and work out 4 days a week.”

 

“M” is for “measurable” because we need to be able to measure your goals. Three questions you can ask yourself to create measurable goals are - “How will you know when you’ve reached it? How much? How many?”

 

“A” is for “attainable” because your goal must be attainable, doable and practical. You can’t possibly lose 20 pounds in two weeks. You need to give yourself an appropriate amount of time or it will never happen.

 

“R” is for “realistic,” and the most important piece of ensuring your goal is realistic is by honestly asking yourself if you’re ready and willing to do what it takes to achieve the goal. If not, it’s not likely you’ll hit it.

 

“T” is for “timely” because timeframes create a sense of urgency and help you back into your goal. How long should this goal take? What’s an appropriate timeframe? Saying “whenever” or setting a goal with no completion date is continuing to push the goal off into the future. A timeframe makes it real and gets you into immediate action.