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The SOAR Plan

by B.C. Raines on 04/25/19

A few weeks ago, we reminded each other that we can SOAR. I hope you caught it. You know…Stretch Out And Reach. Did you accept last week’s challenge and physically stretch out and reach? How did it feel? I hope that the physical motion encouraged you to mentally SOAR towards your goals. So what is The SOAR Plan?

Stretch-Set the goal. What is it? Write it down. Your goal should be specific and measurable. The measurable aspect will help you determine when the goal has been accomplished or what other steps may be needed to accomplish the goal.

Out-Go outside of your comfort zone. Set a goal outside of your comfort zone; outside of what’s familiar to you. I bet you have some pretty big dreams/ideas that you’ve probably talked yourself out of even attempting to pursue. “I can’t do that”, “That’s crazy” has probably been some familiar and often rehearsed self-talk over the years but the dream keeps coming. Try stepping outside of your comfort zone. Write out the dream/the vision.  Your dream just may come true.  Go beyond your normal.

And-Indicates that it takes more than a “wish list”; more than just thinking about the goal. Plan your action steps. Designate deadlines for completing the identified steps. Examples include taking enrichment courses to learn more about your area of interest or researching your topic on the internet.

Reach-Your action. It’s the extra stretch/push. You have to move towards accomplishing your goals. Try small steps. Identify an initial small step. That small step will eventually lead to the next step and the next step and the next step. Pursue your goals with tenacity—with all that you have. For instance, if you want to be a chef, start actually cooking, start experimenting in the kitchen. If you want to travel abroad, choose one destination initially and just do it. So reach—give the extra stretch.

Stretch Out And ReachSOAR. Who knows where you’ll end up!

Always remember…Sister U Matter!®

Comments (1)

1. Eleanot Garrison said on 4/25/19 - 08:18PM
Very good instructions B.C Raines. I am going to step out and stretch, see if I can soar regarding my health goals, will keep in touch


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