What are SMART goals?
Specific: This goal has clear actions I can take
Measurable: I can track my progress toward this goal
Achievable: This goal is realistic, yet challenges me
Relevant: This goal is driven by my values and brings me toward what really matters
Timely: I have a timeframe in mind for this goal
Why use SMART goals?
They use the effects of Spravato to re-establish healthy habits and routines that will boost the effects of the medication and last long beyond your treatment at Amast.
They are more likely to be successful, or at least trackable: we will know when we have not met them and be able to examine and adjust course.
How to craft a SMART goal
Focus on something that is:
Something you can control and change.
Relevant to your values or what really matters to you.
Examples include: basic self-care, routine, sleep, physical activity, nutrition, relationships, substances, meaningful activities.
Example SMART goal
“I want to exercise more” → “I will try to run outside for 30 minutes in the morning on three out of seven days in the next week, in order to improve my health.”
Specific (what actions am I taking?): I will run outside for 30 minutes in the morning.
Measurable (how will I measure my progress toward this goal?): I will aim to do this 3 times in the next week.
Achievable (is this realistic?): I think this is doable.
Relevant (what values drive this goal?): I’m doing this because I want to improve my physical and mental health, and because being outside will reconnect me with nature.
Timely (what timeframe am I giving myself for this goal?): One week, so I can check in with myself and adjust course.
PDF Version: https://www.amasthealth.com/s/SMART-Goals.pdf