You Can Still Pursue Your Goals, Despite Your Pain

One of the most difficult consequences of chronic pain is interference with pursuit of meaningful goals. People with pain often say that their pain takes up so much of their energy and emotion that that there is little left to give to goal pursuit. You may be out of practice with setting and pursuing your goals. However, you can have pain and still have rich life.

This activity will help you choose a goal, explore different paths to achieve it, and develop a step-by-step plan for success.

choose a meaningful SMART goal
determine alternative paths to your goal
outline key steps for each path

Create Your Goal Plan

Reaching your goals becomes much easier when you have a structured plan in place. Effective goal planning helps you stay focused, organized, and motivated by breaking down your objectives into manageable steps. By identifying clear paths and scheduling actionable steps, you can track your progress and stay on course. Whether you’re working toward personal or professional goals, following a strategic approach will set you up for success.

If you are completing the Pain Program with a Goalistics Certified Nurse Practitioner or Psychologist, make sure you submit the PDF using the ‘Upload Activity‘ button below. If you are completing the activity on your mobile phone, click here for instructions.

Boost, Pace, and Pursue Goals

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