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SCMP Reporter

Have you thought about drawing up a plan for this year?

My friends have different objectives. They want to get more red packets,  help their classmates during their spare hours or spend more time playing games.

My plan is to get a new dog because my 'best friend' died a few years ago.

But they are expensive, so I need to get more lai see first. In addition, I will also do more exercise and participate in more sports activities in order to lead a healthy lifestyle.

I think it's a good plan. So what are your targets?

LOK HIN

Christian Alliance S.C. Chan Memorial College

Thanks for your letter, Hin. Making a plan for the new year is a great idea. Yes, dogs are expensive and they need a lot of love and care. But if you do succeed in getting a dog, it might help you with your other aim - to get fit - as you can take your new best friend on lots of walks.

If you are making a plan for the year, it's best to break it up into small, manageable pieces. Having monthly targets will help you to keep

on track.

But don't be too hard on yourself if you miss one of the targets. I think it's best to write down your plan; this way, you can refer back to it.

Kate, Editor



Monthly targets help keep track of progress