Archive for March, 2009

As the New Year is officially behind us, you may find that your resolutions have fallen away as well. The main reason that most people fail to keep their resolutions is because they tend to be “should” goals, like “I should lose 20 pounds”. Most of us are inspired to rebel against our “should” goals and resolutions and normally lose track of them by the end of February.

Instead of beating yourself up, try setting some SMART goals instead:

S – Specific
M – Measurable
A – Attainable
R – Resonant
T – Thrilling

Smart goals are stated in the positive and in the present tense and they are very specific. They include a measurable component including an aspect of time. A SMART Goal is attainable and you believe you can reach it. It is resonant, meaning that it is consistent with who you are and who you are becoming. It is something that excites you and motivates you, not something that insights dread or that you feel like rebelling against. Finally, a SMART goal is thrilling. A thrilling goal is exciting and a little bit scary. It is a little bit of a challenge and calls you forth into your best self. It is a goal that you will be excited to get up in the morning for.

Examples of SMART goals:

I am having fun losing 2-3 pounds per month for the next 6 months.
I am practicing abundance in my life by saying 5 affirmations every day and playing the money game (see next week’s article).
Every day, I practice being who I need to be to attract the man of my dreams and going to social events at least once per week for the next 12 weeks.

Carrie Kish is a life coach and leadership trainer who specializes in coaching women entrepreneurs, especially coaches, and leadership training for corporations and teens.

For more information, visit www.CarrieKish.com or call 661.255.2100.