Setting Goals - 21 Days to Form a Habit
Experts and self-help gurus alike all agree that if the average person does something for 21 days then it will become a habit. You should use this to your advantage if there is something that you are wanting to change or something new that you are wanting to start. Set your goals so that they help you form good habits.
Setting the goal
Setting the goal is half the battle — You can’t win the race if you do not know where the finish line is!
Figure out what it is that you want to change and then pick a date to start. Mark that date on the calendar and the date 21 days after. You should then come up with a list of tasks that will be required in order for you to successfully complete your new goal. If you were trying to lose weight then your list may be something like eat healthier, start an exercise routine, take vitamins and so on.
For extra motivation you should tell all of your friends about what you are trying to accomplish. You should also write down your goal and put it in various places to remind yourself. If you are trying to lose weight then write your goal on post-it notes and it put them in the refrigerator and pantry.
Track your progress
Throughout the 21 days you should constantly track and review your progress. Keep a daily journal that lists how well you did each day and what you need to work on. Keep track of any tips or tricks that you may come up with that makes achieving your goal any easier. If you do not want to keep a journal then you should at least put a mark on your calendar that signifies if you did good or bad on that day. At the end of each week you should review your progress and make any improvements if needed.
Rinse and repeat
Continue this process for 21 days and you should have yourself a new habit! Some people may need more time than others while some need less. Feel free to adjust the process to better fit your needs!
