Semester 1 Goals
Educational Goals
1) I'm going to stay on top of my work, and get things done before they're due. -I need to stay really organized with my work load and make sure I write everything down. -I need to avoid procrastination! 2) I'm going to stay really organized throughout the school year! -I need to keep my locker clean so it doesn't stress me out. -I need to make sure my planner and homework folder are neat and not filled with papers I don't need. 3) I'm going to put a lot of effort into what I do, even if I don't enjoy doing it. -I need to remain open-minded in subjects that I struggle with (looking at you, math.) -I need to remember that I still have so much to learn! 4) I'm going to wake up and get to school on time every day! -I need to set an alarm, and then actually get up when it goes off. -I need to plan things ahead so they don't freak me out in the morning. 5) I'm going to ask questions on the things I need help with. -I need to put effort into actually asking, not just taking the help that people offer me. -I need to avoid isolating myself from my peers, so I can get their help when I need it. Re-evaluating Goals 1/27/15
1) Mostly Accomplished! I've been trying really hard to get things turned in and setting aside to accomplish things so I don't have to do them last minute. There's definitely been exceptions on assignments that I procrastinate for a ridiculously long time, but I'm trying my best and I've gotten into good habits with getting work done! 2) Accomplished! I've been continually cleaning out my folders and locker to make sure that they're not ridiculously full of papers I don't need! I also write everything I need to do in my planner and make a ridiculous amount of lists, and I've ultimately been super organized and had everything under control. 3) Accomplished! I've been trying to be most optimistic about education in general, and aiming to be grateful for learning whether I like the subject or not. Even though math is often tedious for me to actually do, I've been putting a conscious effort into appreciating it and how it's going to help me. 4) Accomplished! This was probably the one I was most surprised I completed, and I've been really good about waking up and getting ready in a timely way. While my sleeping pattern may not always be healthy and I may not always be happy to wake up, I'm doing good with sticking to this goal. 5) Mostly Accomplished! I think that I've been needing less help as I put more effort into my work, but when I don't understand a concept, I'm significantly less afraid to ask someone about it! I did this by basically forcing myself to talk to others (which was not always fun) but it was definitely needed :) |
Personal Goals
1) I'm going to think more positively, even when life is stressful or hard. -I need to keep an open mind about the situation I'm in and the people around me. -I need to remember what matters me to and focus on it. -I need to set aside time for myself to think and be happy 2) I'm going to do a lot of volunteer work! -I need to actually sign up and start doing it. -I need to stay with it throughout the whole school year, even when I'm super busy! 3) I'm going to focus my time and effort on things that matter to me and are good for me. -I need to get rid of things (actions, thoughts, and relationships) that make me sad. -I need to make sure that I have time for the things that make me happy! 4) I'm going to read, write, and learn more outside of school. -I need to set aside specific time for these. -I need to chose learning over mindless screen time. 5) I'm going to to try really hard to be a better friend, peer, and human! -I need to put myself out there, even in situations that are new to me. -I need make choices that not only benefit myself, but also help others. -I need to keep in mind that everyone has hard times and immense struggles in their lives. Re-evaluating Goals 1/27/15
1) Half Accomplished? I've been trying really hard to always find a bright side, and even though it's sometimes a struggle, I think I've been doing pretty well! I'm realizing that everything bad is only temporary, and I can always find something good in even the worst of days. I've also been putting aside time for the things I like to do, which definitely helps my overall happiness. 2) Not Accomplished. In the slightest. I've been so completely busy and I've had absolutely no time for volunteering, and even though I really want to, sometimes I can't fit it into my schedule! 3) Accomplished! I've been trying really hard to make sure to get rids of the things in my life that make me feel angry, sad, or unproductive. Whether that means eliminating wasted time in my day or making sure that the people in my life know I need to have a good relationship with them, I'm finding out what works for me as I person. Focusing on what matters to me and cutting out everything else is working really well for me, and helping me accomplish other goals and ultimately have a better life. 4) Accomplished, though it's something I want to keep working on! Setting aside time for reading outside of school has become sort of a priority for me this semester, because there's hasn't been a huge amount of free time for me! But deciding to start/finish reading a book that I actually want to read has been really helping in forcing me to relax and actually enjoy myself. I've also been writing things voluntarily, and I think it's actually been really good for me! 5) Accomplished??? I know that I've been trying, so I technically accomplished this. I'm trying to view people around me with more compassion and understanding, and not getting as frustrated with incompetence and others. What I need to focus on now is putting myself out there more and trying to actually be more open and communicative with people. |
8.5/10 Goals Accomplished!
Semester 2 Goals
Educational Goals
1) I'm going to start studying and preparing for the ACT and SAT, and not get overwhelmed with the idea of them. -I need to set aside time for studying, even if I don't want to do it -I need to work with others and maybe start a study group to make it more fun and easier to manage! 2) I'm going to do really well on all of my math tests, so I don't have to take the Semester 2 final (because math finals are death). -I need to actually study math before the day of the test, instead of just assuring myself that I'll do okay on it. -I'm going to try to not get freaked out while taking tests, and remaining calm and collected. 3) I'm going to try to participate more in all of classes, and not be afraid to state my opinion. -I need to come to terms with the fact that I am not less than others, and that my ideas matter. -I'm going to actively try to be more comfortable with talking about what I think, and in not getting freaked out and intimidating myself. 4) I'm going to start learning about universities more in-depthly, and think critically about my future and what I actually want to do with my life. -I'm going to sit down and make decisions about the kind of college and life that I want, and then work towards that in all of the research I do. -I'm going to make more lists, and consider everything about a university before I decide to apply. 5) I'm going to keep my 4.0 GPA for this year, and work really hard towards achieving exactly what I want. -I need to be aware of my grades and make sure that I actually turned in everything I needed to! -I'm going to try not to get discouraged, and remember that I am completely capable of accomplishing what I want to! |
Personal Goals
1) I'm going to keep my goal of reading, writing, and learning more outside of school! I've found that making sure that I set time aside for the things I love doing and that enrich my personal life make me significantly happier in general! -I need to, as always, set aside time for these things. - I need to not value them less because I'm not required to do them. 2) I'm going to drink more water and stay really hydrated throughout the day! -I need to remember to fill up my water bottle every morning and throughout the day at school -I'm going to choose water over alternatives -I'm going to make sure to drink lots of tea! 3) I'm going to work towards being more calm and less stressed out in general! -I need to make sure that I'm not just freaking myself out, and re-evaluate the situation/my perception of the situation. -I need to stop stressing about the future, and remember that I have all the time and tools I need to plan without being scared and freaked out. -I'm going to view whatever is stressing me out not as a bad thing, but as motivation to accomplish it! 4) I'm going to try to work towards individual goals in my life, and take each day and challenge a piece at a time. -Instead of trying to accomplish a project all at once, I can take on small tasks that work towards completing it -I need to remind myself that everything is manageable, and no matter what it is, I can accomplish it even it takes a lot of effort and individual goals that contribute to a large one 5) I'm also going to keep my goal of being a better person in general, and always trying to be more understanding and kind towards others. -I'm going to remember that everyone faces struggles in their life, and things that affect them in immense ways -I'm going to continue trying to make the decision that is not only right for me, but considers others! |
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― Walt Disney
― Walt Disney