Be S.M.A.R.T with goals

Hopefully, this year has started off in the "right" direction for all of you. After a month, we should already have an idea whether or not the goals we have set for ourselves are being accomplished. If this isn't the case, I urge you to not get discouraged with your efforts. Sometimes the problem is not that we aren't trying hard enough to attain those goals, but in fact the goals themselves are not the right goals for us.
When setting goals follow this simple format to ensure you are not setting yourself up for failure before you even begin.
Specific: Goals should be as detailed as possible by describing the actions, processes, and activities needed to accomplish them.
Measurable: This allows the goals to be broken up into smaller "milestones' that allow you to be motivated throughout the process
Attainable: Don't set yourself up for failure by making a goal that isn't attainable due to your "situation" in life.
Realistic: Be true to yourself and realizing that we are all not going to look, be, and act a certain way. Focus on being the best "you".
Timely: Always associate a duration of time with every goal that you set, in turn you will be motivated to stay focused.