Before setting your next goal, let's reflect on this one.
Your goal was
How did it go?
Achieved it
Partially
Didn't manage it
Goals work best when they're honest, grounded, and specific. This tool walks you through building one that fits your actual life — then helps you refine it week by week.
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Specific
A concrete action, not an outcome. What exactly, when, how much.
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Measurable
A number or observable evidence. Not "exercise more" — "30 minutes, 3x a week."
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Achievable
Do you have what you need to do this? If not, what smaller step gets you closer?
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Realistic & resourced
Given your life right now — not an ideal version — is this within reach?
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Time-limited
A gentle deadline creates focus. You can always revise.
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Before we begin
Connect this goal to a value
Goals rooted in something that genuinely matters to you outlast motivation. What value does this goal serve? Type your own or use the suggestions.
Health
Connection
Growth
Creativity
Freedom
Stability
Simplicity
Knowledge
Integrity
Wellbeing
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Specific
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What exactly will you do?
A goal needs to be a specific action, not an outcome or a wish. Think: what, when, how much, where.
Not this: I want to get fit. This: I will do 10 sit-ups every morning before breakfast, in my bedroom, immediately after I get out of bed.
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Measurable
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How will you measure it?
You need a number or a clear observable evidence. Not feelings — facts.
Not this: I'll feel healthier. This: 10 sit-ups per day, 7 days a week. I can track it with a daily tick.
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Achievable
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Is this within your reach?
Not "could a perfect version of me do this" — but you, with your actual life, right now.
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Realistic & Resourced
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What do you have and what do you need?
Resources aren't only practical — they include people, routines, emotional support, and time.
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Time-limited
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When will you work toward this?
Choose a timeframe that feels honest — not aspirational. You can always extend it.
1 week
2 weeks
1 month
3 months
6 months
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Breaking it down
Obstacles and action steps
Name what might get in the way — it takes away some of its power. Then break the goal into the smallest steps you can.
Potential obstacles
Obstacle
How I'll meet it
Obstacle
How I'll meet it
Action steps
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Before you commit
How confident are you?
On a scale of 0 to 10, how confident are you that you will actually achieve this goal as written? The target is 10. Anything less means there's a doubt worth naming.
No confidenceCertain
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Scaling down example: Instead of "I will run 5km every morning," try "I will put on my running shoes and walk to the end of the street every morning." Start where you can actually start.
Your goal as it stands
Fill in the steps above and your goal will appear here.
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Your SMART goal
The detail
Values
Specific
Why it matters
Measurable
Strengths
Shifts needed
Resources
Timeline
Action steps
Obstacles
Set a reminder
Add a weekly review reminder to your calendar so you don't lose momentum.