Goal Setting

What might be an indication that you watch too much TV?

• You can name every character on your favorite show.

• You watch the same show every day.

• You haven't seen a movie recently.

• You don't have time left to do your homework.

Which of these goals is least specific?

• Getting at least an A- average.

• Winning the chess tournament.

• Being nicer to people.

• Raising one hundred dollars for your favorite charity.

You've just started skateboarding. Which of these is a realistic goal?

• Skate on two wheels.

• Skate up and down your driveway.

• Skate on a half-pipe.

• Skate to the next town.

What would make a bad mini-goal?

• Something you think is too tough to achieve.

• Something you could accomplish tomorrow.

• Something you can measure.

• Something your friends also want to do.

When is the best time to reward yourself?

• Once you choose a deadline.

• After you have achieved a mini-goal.

• Before you decide on a specific goal.

• When you tell your friends about your goal.

You want to write a book. What would be a good first step?

• Write a play.

• Write as many pages as you can each day.

• Reward yourself for wanting to write a book.

• Set a realistic amount of time to write each day.

What is the main purpose of setting a deadline for a goal?

• To allow for as much time as possible.

• To prevent procrastination.

• To let others know you need help.

• To make the goal seem less challenging.

Why is it important that a goal be time-bound?

• It keeps you from procrastinating.

• It lets your friends know what you've accomplished.

• It helps you skip mini-goals.

• It encourages you to take on more goals.

Why is "get better at chess" not an ideal goal?

• It would take too long.

• It isn't possible.

• It isn't specific.

• No one plays chess anymore.

What would be a good follow-up goal to learning at the chords on guitar?

• Write a song.

• Learn a simple song.

• Start a band.

• Learn to play the drums.