Becoming more Assertive
S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Self-Care
Assertiveness
Workout
Achievable
Realistic
Measurable
Time-Oriented
Specific
I can keep a tracker on my planner of times I have said "no" to someone and instead expressed my feeling
Learning to say "no" when I already have a lot of responsibilities
Understanding that taking too many responsibilities will not allow me to concentrate and put 100% of my effort into each task
Journaling of how I feel each week considering the amount of responsibilities I took on will allow me to write my thoughts on paper and write how I truly feel.
This can then help me better identify if I am doing a good job at setting boundaries and saying "no" or if I need to continue practicing on saying "no"
Yes, this is a achievable goal.
It is one that requires self-reflection but can definitely be achieved as I begin to learn more about myself and the amount of work that is perfect for me to balance. It is all about work-life balance.
This is a goal that will take a while. Quitting a habit like always saying "yes" to new projects is something that requires acceptance and self-reflection.
I must understand that although, I am passionate about a project presented by the Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children or other school activities, I must learn about the importance of self-care and ensure that I am not taking too much than I can handle.
Time will tell. Through my journaling and stress level planner, I will be able to view my progress and better reflect on how I can improve.
Yes, it is achievable
Learning how to say "no" to people and setting boundaries is something that I know a lot of people struggle with, but that doesn't mean that it isn't possible to quit this habit.
Although, taking on projects is not a negative thing, it is important to realize when enough is enough. We cannot complete a task if we, ourselves are not well.
It is all about taking some time in viewing "no's" as a way of establishing boundaries and ensuring that I do not experience burnout.
Therapy
Therapy can provide me a safe space to express my emotions and realize things about myself I never took the time to realize.
It can help me better space out my time and set boundaries.
Reduce stress and help alleviate the workload I put on myself.
It can help me better communicate with my family, friends, and colleagues if I ever feel like something is invalidating my feeling or time.
It can allow me to talk about my concerns and worries with someone.
In turn, it can allow me to have a clearer mind and find new ways on how to tackle hardships.
Can help me channel and release some stress
Will help with positive self-imaging, elevate my mind, body, and soul
Can help with my assertiveness as I find new hobbies and feel more confident about myself overall
Practice saying "no"
Learn to value the importance of my time
Have a planner containing all of my due dates and commitments all in one so that it is easier for me to visibly see my committments
Ensure that I have 1-2 days out of the week just for myself
This day will be used to rewind
Read a book
Paint
Spend Time with family
Sunday Reset
Clean
Check some things off my To-Do List
Talk to some friends
Advocate
Help advocate for my mental health
Help advocate for my future patients
Help advocate for my family and loved ones
Ensure that they have their needs met; healthcare, seek help for father
Ensure that I do not become overwhelmed
Ensure that I am taking care of myself
My patient's needs must be met
As a future nurse, I must ensure I am okay so that I can help and give quality care to my patients
Language Barrier
Financial Hardships
Proper Healthcare
Ensure that I can provide them with resources and guidance when I cannot physically help them
Ensure that their workplace is healthy; if not help advocate for them
Since they are undocumented immigrants, a huge part of this is the language barrier. Thus, I will ensure that I am able to advocate for their needs and concerns.