Rewrite the following goal statements to make them realistic, specific, measurable, time-limited, and positive:

Possible Responses:

 1. For the next week, instead of rolling my eyes, I will keep a cheerful expression on my face when my mom is talking.
 
 1. "I won't be disrespectful to my mother ever again."

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 2. This week, I'll memorize a new song and perform it for family members. 2. "I will get the lead in the school musical."

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 3. I will take Biology next semester and this semester I will read several articles on genetic research. 3.I will become a researcher and find cures for genetic diseases.

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 4. This month, I will ask a successful businessperson how he or she got started in the business. 4. "I will become a millionaire before I graduate from college."

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 5. This week I'll work out three times for 45 minutes each session. 5. "I will stop eating junk food and being such a couch potato."

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 6. I'll use a notebook to write down my assignments, and I'll read the notebook before I leave school to make sure I bring home the books I need for my homework. 6. "I will get organized."

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 7. This month I will join a club at school, and if I see any new students I will ask them if they need help finding their way around. 7. "I will make more friends."

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