Specific
What does "specific" mean for SMART Goals
Clear and Detailed about what you want to accomplish
What does “measurable” mean in goal setting?
It means you can track or count progress toward the goal.
What does “achievable” mean in SMART goals?
It means the goal is realistic and doable with your current resources and situation.
What does it mean for a goal to be relevant?
It means the goal matters to you and fits with your values or priorities.
What does “time-bound” mean?
It means the goal has a deadline or clear time frame.
Why is it important for goals to be specific
It helps you focus and know exactly what you are working towards
Which goal is measurable: “Eat healthier” or “Eat 2 servings of vegetables daily”?
“Eat 2 servings of vegetables daily” – it can be tracked and counted.
Why is it important that goals are realistic?
Unrealistic goals can lead to frustration and giving up.
Why should a goal match your personal values or current needs?
You’re more likely to stay motivated and follow through when it feels meaningful.
Why is setting a deadline important for a goal?
It creates urgency and helps you stay on track.
Which of these are specific "Walk three times a week," or "Be more Active
“Walk 3 times a week” – it clearly states the action and frequency.
How can tracking progress help when working on a goal?
It lets you see improvement, stay motivated, and make changes if needed.
Which is more achievable: “Go to the gym every day” or “Exercise twice a week”? Why?
“Exercise twice a week” – it’s more realistic for most people’s schedules.
Which is more relevant to someone managing anxiety: “Run a marathon” or “Practice breathing exercises daily”?
“Practice breathing exercises daily” – it directly helps with anxiety.
Turn this into a time-bound goal: “I want to read more.”
“I will read for 20 minutes every night before bed for the next month.”
Turn this vague goal into a specific one: “I want to do learn a new language"
"I want to study (Specific language) for 15 minutes daily"
Rewrite this to make it measurable: “I want to feel less stressed.”
“I will use breathing exercises for 10 minutes each day for 2 weeks.”
Name one thing that can make a goal unachievable.
Lack of time, resources, support, or setting a goal too big too soon.
Can a goal be SMART but still not meaningful? Explain.
Yes – if it doesn’t align with what you truly care about, it won’t feel worth doing.
How can having no timeline make goal-setting harder?
Without a time frame, it's easier to procrastinate or forget the goal.
Explain how being specific helps motivation and follow-through.
Specific goals make it easier to visualize success, track progress, and stay accountable.
What are 2 ways to measure progress toward mental health goals?
Journaling mood changes, tracking habits (like sleep, meditation), or using self-rating scales.
How can you adjust a goal if you find it’s not achievable?
Break it into smaller steps or change the time frame or expectations.
Create an example of a relevant goal related to your own mental health.
Example: “I will journal for 10 minutes a day to manage my anxiety and understand my triggers.” (Answers will vary)
Create a SMART goal that includes a clear timeframe.
“I will go for a walk 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time, for the next 4 weeks.”