BE SMART ABOUT YOUR GOALS Everyone struggles with accomplishing the goals they’ve set for themselves at least once in life. Let’s face it; it can be difficult to maintain a goal through busy, day-to-day life, but through careful planning, you can reach them. SMART is a method used by people both professionally and personally. This goal-setting strategy helps people lock onto what they want to accomplish, whether short- or long-term, and makes them more easily attainable. Creating a SMART goal means that you are creating goals that are S pecific, M easurable, A chievable, R elevant, and T ime-bound. SPECIFIC Goals that are too broad can be overwhelming and difficult to keep track of. When you set a goal for yourself, be clear about what the goal is, why it’s important to you, and what you need to do to succeed. MEASURABLE If a goal isn’t measurable, there’s no way to know just how far you’ve come from the beginning. This is a key factor if you want to stay motivated while pushing toward the finish line. By measuring your goal, you’ll stay focused and gain a sense of pride in your efforts. ACHIEVABLE You don’t want to set a goal you can’t obtain; not only will it discourage you, but it will also place unnecessary stress on your shoulders. Think about a goal that challenges you, but not something beyond your abilities. RELEVANT The question you should ask yourself here is this: “Does this goal matter to me?” Whether your goal is personal or professional, it’s vital that it’s appropriate for you at this moment and that it will be worth pursuing. TIME-BOUND Every goal needs to be limited to a certain amount of time. When you set a certain date for your goal to be completed, it keeps you motivated and helps you keep your priorities straight. You’ll be more focused and determined to achieve the goal in the time limit you’ve given yourself. DON’T BE TEMPTED BYVAGUE IDEAS
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BACON-WRAPPED CHESTNUTS
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup coconut sugar
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2 8-oz cans water chestnuts
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1 lb sliced bacon, quartered
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Tamari (wheat-free soy sauce), but can substitute with coconut aminos
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat an oven to 400 F. 2. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet lined with parchment and set aside. 3. Drain liquid from canned water chestnuts, add tamari to cover, and let soak for 15 minutes in the cans. 4. Drain tamari, roll each chestnut in coconut sugar, wrap with bacon, and spear on toothpick. 5. Place chestnuts on prepared rack. Bake for 30–35 minutes. 6. Plate and serve.
By following the SMART method, the goals you set for 2020 won’t only be practical but also attainable.
Inspired by “Paleo Happy Hour” by Kelly Milton
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