The DAPPS rule is a memory device used to remember these 5 qualities of an effective goal.
What are dated, achievable, personal, positive, and specific.
100
This is an unbending intention, a single-mindedness of purpose that promises to overcome all obstacles, regardless of how you may feel at any particular moment.
What is a commitment
100
This is one example of an affirmation .
What is I am a bold, joyful, lovable man
100
To stay motivated in college you need to raise the value you place on this.
What is education
200
This isn't found only in outcomes; but also in experiences.
What is value
200
This usually has a deadline within a few months.
What is a short-term goal
200
Commitments are easier to keep when you visualize your ideal this.
What is your ideal future
200
This help us breathe life into personal qualities that we choose to strengthen.
What is an affirmation
200
This is the most important step when writing a journal.
What is to dive deep
300
Earning a GPA of 3.8 or higher is a desired this.
What is a desired outcome
300
This is an activity to which you regularly devote large amouts of time and energy.
What is a life role
300
These are the four keys to an effective visualization.
What is to relax, use present tense, use all 5 senses, and feel the feeling
300
These are 3 ways to empower your affirmation.
What are to repeat your affirmation, dispute your inner critic, and align your words and deeds
300
These are the three "BE's" for each step in your journal.
What are to be spontaneous, honest, and creative
400
Personal confidence is an example of a desired this.
What is a desired experience
400
You can create this to help plan out your future which includes short and long term goals.
What is a life plan.
400
This is one of the four key steps that means to free your imagination.
What is to relax
400
Charles Garfield once said, "Affirmations have to be supported by this, which makes them happen."
What is your behavior
400
"I will complete every college assignment this semester to the best of my ability" is an example of this DAPPS quality
What is specific
500
According to the American College Testing, in public 2 year colleges in the U.S, about this percent of students fail to return to school their second year.
What is 50%
500
She once said, "the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty in their dreams."
Who is Eleanor Roosevelt
500
This president once said, "always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing".