Turn your intention into a plan you can stick to.

Turn your intention into a plan you can stick to.

Learn how to turn your intentions into concrete steps, manage distractions and stay motivated with practical self-control techniques.

When a goal is too vague, everyday demands can easily push it aside. It helps to decide exactly what you’ll do, when you’ll make time for it and how you’ll respond if an obstacle comes up. This article offers simple exercises and tips to help you put a plan in place. You’ll also learn how to track small steps forward and get back on track after missing a step, rather than abandoning the whole plan.

Interested in this topic? Read more: How Self-Control Helps You Set and Achieve Goals During Life Changes Want to find out where you stand personally? Take a short test at the end of the page and gain a better understanding.

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When do you feel most motivated to achieve your goals?

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How do you approach planning new goals?

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How do you feel when you find out that the path to your goal is not straightforward?

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What type of environment helps you the most in achieving your goals?

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How do you handle failure in achieving a goal?

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How do you feel when you have to set big and challenging goals?

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When do you consider a goal to be successfully achieved?

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How do you react to unexpected changes that affect your goals?

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How do you feel when achieving goals that are personally important but challenging for you?

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How do you maintain your motivation during a long and challenging process of achieving a goal?

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