2. Set Your Goal

The second step in the decision-making process is to set your goal. A goal is what you need to achieve (to have, to be, or to do) in a situation. Knowing your goal is critical to making a thoughtful decision.

The symbol we use for setting the goal is a target, something to aim for.

Goals must not conflict with your value system: the things, people and beliefs that you hold dear.

The main acronym for goal setting is SAM.

Goals must be:

Specific --involving a date or number, not general nor vague.

Achievable  --realistically within your skill set, can do stuff.

Measurable --again a number or date may help report fulfillment.