SMART Goals
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
What is Specific?
This is the “reason why” you want to achieve a goal.
What is motivation?
This skill means using your time wisely to get things done.
What is time management?
This is something that gets in the way of reaching a goal.
What is an obstacle?
Eating balanced meals supports this important resource for goal success.
What is energy?
This part of a SMART goal tells you how you’ll track progress.
What is Measurable?
This type of motivation comes from feeling proud or enjoying the activity.
What is intrinsic motivation?
This simple tool helps you stay on track by measuring work periods.
What is a timer?
This is the first helpful step when you face a challenge.
What is identifying the problem?
Sleep helps your brain and body do this so you can reach your goals.
What is recharge?
This SMART component means the goal is realistic for you.
What is Attainable?
Doing this—like checking off steps—helps boost motivation.
What is tracking progress?
Doing this helps you focus on the most important tasks first.
What is prioritizing?
Practicing this skill helps build resilience.
What is problem‑solving?
This calming activity helps reduce stress.
What is deep breathing?
This part of SMART goals explains why the goal matters to you.
What is Relevant?
This type of motivation comes from rewards or consequences outside yourself.
What is extrinsic motivation?
This technique uses 25‑minute work sessions followed by short breaks.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
Taking one of these can help you reset when you feel stuck.
What is a short break?
Regular physical activity improves this mental skill needed for goals.
What is focus?
This SMART element requires you to set a deadline.
What is Time‑bound?
Breaking a big goal into smaller steps helps maintain this over time.
What is long‑term motivation?
Planning your day ahead of time improves this key skill.
What is time management?
This mindset means believing you can grow with effort.
What is a growth mindset?
This habit—doing small steps repeatedly—supports long‑term goals.
What is consistency?