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Many people become sceptical or reluctant to participate when it comes to creating New Year’s Resolutions. But why?

New Year’s resolutions tend to have an association with failure but they don’t have to. They can be a great way to create change in your life for the better. TransitionGuideance.com has provided several points on how to set effective and powerful goals and how to make sure you achieve them.

Make sure your resolutions meet the S.M.A.R.T.I.E conditions

• S: Specific and Simple
  When it comes to goal setting, it is important to specify what you want – not what you don’t want.
  
  Creating the resolution of “I don’t want to be alone this year” may sound simple but is far from specific. Instead focus on what you can do to find companionship and give your resolution a specific outcome.
• M: Measurable
  
  In addition to your goals being simple and specific make sure there is a measurable element if needed.
  
  “I want to make more money this year” is simple and specific however how can you measure it at the end of the year? You may have succeeded in making one dollar more – but would you count that as successful?
• A: Achievable
  When creating your resolution make sure it is just that – yours! Your resolutions shouldn’t be about your partner, family, children or the world.
  
  They should reflect what you want to achieve throughout the year not what you want somebody else to achieve.
• R: Realistic
  Aim for goals that are realistic for you. If you have set goals in the past you may be setting goals that are too challenging. On the other hand if you have reached all your goals with no effort what so ever you may not be challenging yourself enough.
  
  Set goals that are achievable but you know you will have to work towards.
• T: Timeframe
  Creating a goal with a specific and achievable timeframe in mind will not only motivate you but if will also make it easier for you to plan and measure your achievements.
• I: Inspirational
  Monetary based goals are one of the most popular goals set but when it comes down to it it’s not about the money but what you will be able to do with the money – that is your inspiration.
  
  Think about what you really want to achieve by achieving your goal and set that as your inspiration.
• E: Evidence
  Start the beginning with the end in mind. What will need to happen in order for you to know you have achieved your goal?

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