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Create a list of short and long term goals, personal and academic.

Make sure you have at least three goals for each category.
Keep the goals where you will see them on a daily basis to remind yourself what you are working toward.

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Personal Goals

Short-Term Goals:

  1. Daily Exercise: Engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity five days a week to improve my fitness level and mental well-being.
  2. Reading for Pleasure: Read one book each month to cultivate a reading habit and explore new genres.
  3. Mindfulness Practice: Meditate for 10 minutes every morning to enhance focus and reduce stress.

Long-Term Goals:

  1. Financial Literacy: Attend a personal finance workshop within the next six months and create a budget plan to save 20% of my income over the next year.
  2. Skill Development: Learn a new language to conversational proficiency within two years, dedicating time weekly to practice and engage with native speakers.
  3. Travel Experience: Plan and complete a solo trip to at least three different countries in the next five years to broaden my cultural perspectives and experiences.

Academic Goals

Short-Term Goals:

  1. Homework Commitment: Dedicate at least one hour each day to homework and study to stay ahead in my courses and reinforce learning.
  2. Class Participation: Actively participate in every class discussion and ask at least one question per session to improve my critical thinking and engagement.
  3. Weekly Reviews: Set aside time every Sunday to review and recap the week’s lessons to reinforce understanding and retention.

Long-Term Goals:

  1. GPA Target: Aim for a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher within the next two years by consistently applying effective study strategies and seeking help when needed.
  2. Research Project: Complete a significant research project in my field of interest by the end of my degree, including presentations and potential publication.
  3. Graduate School Preparation: Prepare for and take the GRE/other necessary tests within the next year, along with researching and applying to graduate programs that align with my career goals.

Daily Visibility

  • Create a vision board that includes a written version of these goals.
  • Use sticky notes on my desk or bathroom mirror with quotes or key phrases from each goal.
  • Set reminders on my phone to review these goals weekly to maintain motivation and focus.