Goal Gradient

When people feel that a goal is achievable and within their sights, they tend to work harder to achieve that goal. If a goal feels unrealistic or too far away, it can be demotivating.

Applications

• Consider if there is a way for people to set their own individual goals, creating a balance between goals feeling achievable while meeting clinical or program targets.

• Consider creating multiple options that clients can choose between, with each option having a different set of goals. For example, many exercise plans have options for people starting at low, moderate, or high levels of fitness.