Goals and accountability

During the evening meeting in Ryhall (see dates for your diary for directions) we discussed our goals.

We agreed that it would be a good idea to set our goals in July. So many people set resolutions and goals in January only to find that they’ve got distracted or life just takes over by February! Therefore, we also agreed that it would help if we had some accountability. We thought we’d set up a WhatsApp group so that we can post our successes as well as our little wins. A regular walk? A craft item completed? You’ve finally got round to reading that book!

Jo, who runs the Ryhall group with Helen, has written some hints and tips on goal setting. We’ve added a few questions for you to help you plan your goals. Please let us know if you would like to be added to our accountability WhatsApp group by emailing [email protected].

·      Prioritise Self-Care – Set aside time each day for activities that promote relaxation and wellbeing, such as gentle exercise, meditation, or reading.

·      Stay Connected – Make a resolution to keep in touch with friends, family, or support groups, even if only through a quick message or phone call.

·      Celebrate Small Wins – Acknowledge and appreciate everyday achievements, no matter how minor, to build positivity and resilience.

·      Explore New Hobbies – Try something new that brings joy or distraction, whether it’s art, music, gardening, or puzzles.

·      Embrace Healthy Choices – Focus on nourishing your body with balanced meals, staying hydrated, and getting enough restful sleep.

·       Ask for Help When Needed – Promise yourself to reach out for practical, emotional, or medical support without hesitation.

·      Set Manageable Goals – Break larger aims into smaller, realistic steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed and to maintain a sense of progress.

This is for you to complete either now or later.  There’s no need to share your goals unless you would like to.

1.      How am I feeling right now?

 2.      Right now, what matters most to me is:

Choose one thing big or small

3.      One gentle goal or intention I’d like to focus on:

Physical (body, rest, movement)

Emotional (feelings, stress, kindness to self)

Social (new connections, support)

Practical (tasks to complete, new routines)

4.      A small manageable step I could take:

 (set up a new routine to walk for 15 minutes, revisit a task that you said you’d “get round to”, read the book that’s been on the table for so long)

5.      Something that might help or support me:

 (join a walking group, arrange to meet friends, write a letter to yourself)

6.      A reminder I want to give myself:

(Examples: I’m doing the best I can; It’s okay to rest; I can ask for help)

Let us know if you would like to be added to our accountability WhatsApp group. Come along to one of our meetings and find out what goals we're setting.