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SMART Goal Activity

Turn what matters most into one clear next step.

Choose a goal that fits your life, name what gets in the way, and create a plan you can bring back to your booklet and care team.

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SMART framework

A strong goal is small enough to act on this week.

The best goals are practical and connected to your life, not somebody else's ideal plan. Start with what matters to you right now.

Specific

Name the exact action you want to take.

Measurable

Choose something you can track or notice.

Attainable

Keep it realistic for right now.

Relevant

Tie it to what matters most in your life.

Timebound

Say how often or when you will do it.

Guided Activity

Create a HeartStrong SMART goal

Start with what matters most, choose one realistic action, and copy the finished goal into your booklet.

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What matters most to you right now?

Stay accountable

Share your goal with family, friends, and your healthcare team.

Even one sentence written in your booklet can make the next appointment more focused and more useful.

Print a tracker