Ask yourself:

“What exactly do I want to do?”

• Focus on one clear thing. Avoid vague goals like ‘get better’ or ‘sort my life out’

• Be kind to yourself. Choose something that supports your healing.

Examples:

• “I want to attend one support group this week.”

• “I will write in my journal for 5 minutes every morning.”

Ask yourself:

“How will I know I’ve done it?”

• Look for ways to see or feel your progress.

• What will be different? What might others notice?

Examples:

• “I will go outside for a 10-minute walk 3 times this week”

• “I’ll drink water instead of fizzy drinks 4 days out of 7”

Ask yourself:

“Can I realistically do this right now?”

• Start with what feels doable, not perfect.

• If it’s too big, break it down into smaller steps.

• You can always adjust. This is for you… not to impress anyone else.

Ask yourself:

“Do I have what I need to make this happen?”

• Think about time, energy, support, money, and space.

• If there’s something missing, ask: “Can I get help or change the plan?”

Example:

“I want to attend a support group, but I don’t have bus fare. Maybe I can try an online meeting instead”

Ask yourself:

“When do I want to do this by?”

• Set a gentle deadline, for example, “by the end of the month,” or “every morning for 5 days”

• You can adjust this as needed. Progress, not perfection.