10/01/2022
Thinking of setting so new goals this year? Consider…
Starting slow and be specific with goals.
Set 1 or 2 goals and formulate a plan, the more specific a goal, the more likely it will happen. This includes when it will happen, for how long, what will be included or how it will be incorporated into the current routine.
Be consistent and realistic.
Is your goal feasible? is it aligned with and considers your priorities? Start simple and build from there as your goals eventually become habits instead of trying to push yourself to do it all. We often want to get “there” (wherever there is…) as easily and quickly as possible thinking that we must do it all to be good enough. When it doesn’t happen, we think we have failed. It’s okay to take your time. Consistency in a routine is more important than the complexity when it comes to supporting your overall health.
Identify the “why” behind the intention in mind.
Setting intentions and being motivated to do them requires more then the “wanting” to do something. Understanding the why behind our goals can help strengthen our resolve or motivation.
Often times its about what we want to feel. Is it to feel confident or strong? Productive or more focused? more energized or rested? It is about feeling more connected or creative? Knowing why we are working towards this habit and reminding ourselves of the reasons can help motivate us during those times of doubt. It can encourage us to see things less as a chore or restriction and more as a desire.
Need some ideas? Start with one of two from the main pillars of health – sleep, hydrate, movement, nourishment, rest, stress management, or connection.