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EMILY

MEALS

Encouraging Words

Hello Parker Co. 4-H,

My name is Emily Meals, and I am currently serving as one of your Parker County 4-H
ambassadors. I have a few things already planned for this upcoming year, but I want to do
something special. Each month I am planning on completing a series, “Encouraging Words.”
Being a senior in high school, just like many of you, I am reaching the step into the “real
world.” So take my words of advice with you through life, and let's make this world a better
place.

The beginning of a new year, gives us the opportunity to reset . It is the opening of a new
chapter, therefore you should set goals and new year resolutions. These goals and new year
resolutions should be reasonable goals, known as SMART goals. SMART goals are goals that
are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. There are two types of goals; long
term and short term. A long term goal typically takes at least 6 month if not years to
complete. On the other hand, a short term goal can be accomplished in a short amount of
time, such as making a better grade in math. Not only does it feel so rewarding when you
complete a goal, but goals have many additional values. Setting goals provides direction,
evaluates your strengths and weaknesses, motivates you, but most importantly gets you out
of your comfort zone, forcing you to take action. I challenge you to create and accomplish two
goals for this new year. Remember only you can limit yourself!
Emily

Best Regards,

Emily Meals

6 PARKER COUNTY 4-H CONNECTION /JANUARY