What Do You Really Want?

by Bachel, Beverly K.

• ISBN13: 9781575420851
• ISBN10: 1575420856
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-01-01
• Publisher: Free Spirit Pub

Summary

Why do some people accomplish so much more than others? Itrs"s not because theyrs"re smarter or more talented. Itrs"s because they know how to set and reach goals. Research shows that effective goal setters have less stress and anxiety, concentrate better, and are more satisfied with their lives. For teens, goal setting is linked to improved school performance, motivation, self-confidence, and self-esteem.What Do You Really Want?is a step-by-step guide to goal setting, written especially for teens. Each chapter includes fun, creative exercises, practical tips, words of wisdom from famous "goal-getters," real-life examples from teens, and success stories. Readers learn how to articulate their goals and put them in writing (a key to success), set priorities and deadlines, overcome obstacles, cope with roadblocks, build a support system, use positive self-talk, celebrate their successes, and more. Upbeat and inspiring, this book is a must for all teens. Itrs"s also recommended for parents, teachers, youth workers, counselors, and other caring adults.

Author Biography

Beverly K. Bachel creates award-winning communication materials for major corporations and helps individuals and companies develop plans to achieve their goals.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(1)
What's a Goal?	1	(1)
About This Book	2	(2)
First Things First: Why Goals Matter	4	(1)
Top 10 List (Why Goals Are Worth Having)	5	(2)
3 Goal Myths (Don't Believe Them for a Second)	7	(1)
3 Goal Truths	8	(3)
PART 1: DISCOVER WHAT YOU REALLY WANT	11	(22)
What Are Your Dreams?	12	(10)
Values and Dreams Are Connected	22	(7)
Your Dreamprint	29	(2)
You're on Your Way	31	(2)
PART 2: BECOME A GOAL GETTER	33	(28)
The Long and Short of Goals	34	(6)
Goals Come in All Shapes and Sizes	40	(8)
The Goal-Getter Action Plan	48	(12)
Get ``Goaling''	60	(1)
PART 3: PUT IT ALL TOGETHER	61	(46)
Start Climbing!	62	(3)
The Power of Positive Thoughts and Words	65	(9)
Visualize Your Success	74	(4)
Get Some Support	78	(8)
Form a Dream Team	86	(2)
Don't Give Up	88	(18)
Keep Believing in Yourself	106	(1)
PART 4: CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESS	107	(10)
Reward Yourself	108	(8)
The End Is Really the Beginning	116	(1)
Goal-Getter Resources	117	(8)
Index	125	(7)
Acknowledgments	132	(2)
About the Author	134

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