Wish
What does the “W” in WOOP stand for?
✅ Wish
What is the first “O” in WOOP?
Outcome
Why are goals important?
✅ They give us direction, motivation, and a way to measure progress.
Name one thing that could stop you from reaching a goal.
Example: Distractions, fear, forgetting, being too busy.
What does the “P” in WOOP stand for?
Plan
Give an example of a school-related wish.
“I wish to finish my homework on time” OR “I wish to make the basketball team.”
If your wish is to read more, what’s one positive outcome?
“I’ll get better grades” or “I’ll enjoy stories more.”
True or False: Goals help us see progress.
If your goal is to study, what obstacle could you face?
✅ Example: Wanting to play video games instead, or not having a quiet space.
If your obstacle is being distracted by your phone, what’s a plan?
“I will put my phone in another room while I work.”
True or False: A wish should always be realistic.
True:Goals should be possible and achievable.
Describe how you would feel after achieving your wish.
Proud, happy, confident
Goals are like a ____ that guides you (map, mirror, or backpack?).
Map
What’s a common obstacle for finishing homework?
✅ Forgetting materials, procrastinating, being tired, or distractions.
Create an “If/Then” plan for a goal (ex: If I get stuck, then I will __).
✅ Example: “If I get stuck on math homework, then I will ask a friend or teacher.”
Examples: I want to learn to paint with water colors or I want to learn to do a lay-up in basketball
Explain the difference between a wish and an outcome.
✅ Wish = What you want. Outcome = What it looks/feels like when you achieve it.
What are 2 skills goals help us build?
Examples: Responsibility, focus, perseverance, time management.
How can a negative mindset be an obstacle?
✅ If you tell yourself “I can’t do it,” you might give up before trying.
If your obstacle is lack of time, what’s a good plan?
✅ Example: “If I don’t have time after school, then I will do it before dinner.”
Why is it important to choose a meaningful wish?
Because if it matters to you, you’ll be more motivated to work hard and stick with it.
How can imagining the outcome motivate you?
✅ It makes the goal feel real and exciting, which helps you keep going.
Explain why writing down a goal helps you stick with it.
✅ It makes the goal more concrete, easier to remember, and easier to track progress.
Give an example of a hidden obstacle you might not notice at first.
✅ Example: Poor organization, too much screen time, not asking for help when needed.
Why is it important to make a specific plan instead of just saying “I’ll try harder”?
Because a specific plan gives you clear steps to follow. “I’ll try harder” is too vague, but a plan like “If I get distracted, then I’ll take a 2-minute break and come back” tells you exactly what to do.