Vividly describe what you want the future to look like

Break down the big picture into specific behaviors
Split your big, audacious goal into smaller objectives and action steps that you can take on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. This will keep you focused as you move toward your destination.

Set black-and-white goals to avoid resistance or sabotage
Let’s say your end goal is to lose weight and eat healthier but you’re worried about falling into temptation in the future. You can set restrictive goals such as “Go to the gym every day,” “No drinking wine ever,” or “No more cookies.” Such unyielding goals can help you stay on track when facing a crisis moment.