Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

  • Goal Setting: Creating Realistic, Achievable Goals

Goal Setting: Creating Realistic, Achievable Goals

Thursday 2nd March 2017

Learn how to set realistic, achievable goals with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes using the SMART criteria: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
58 minutes
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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
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Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Mastering Goal Setting: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes on Achievable Goals

Goals need to be built on prior strengths and individualized. Yes, they're going to learn some new skills.
Ever set a goal only to watch it fizzle out? Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes is here to help you change that. In this episode of 'Counselor Toolbox', she breaks down why many goals fail—they're often too big, vague, or unrealistic. Instead, Dr. Snipes introduces the SMART approach to goal setting: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound. This method makes goals clear and reachable, increasing your chances of success. But it's not just about the framework. Dr.
Snipes emphasizes the importance of personalizing your goals based on your strengths and past achievements. She also discusses the need for flexibility and problem-solving when obstacles arise. And let's not forget about rewards! Dr. Snipes suggests focusing on positive reinforcement to keep motivation high. Accountability and responsibility are also key players in this process. By the end of the episode, you'll have practical tools to set goals that are not only realistic but also deeply meaningful to you.
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