PSYC 4030 : PSYC 4030 Exam 1 Study Guide
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Being able to avoid obstacles or problem-solve around them. Being able to learn from experience and apply it in the future. People often fail to sufficiently think about why they want to achieve their goals. People don"t plan on a daily basis what they will do to reach their goal. People don"t practice their new behavior until it becomes easier. People don"t measure their progress, or do so poorly. Affective forecasting- predicting how a future outcome will make you feel. Mental simulation when you imagine going through the process of achieving the goal. This is useful b/c it forces you to think through how you will solve your problem, and may help you anticipate problem and emotional reactions. Helpful b/c it helps ensure persistence in the face of distraction and obstacles. Implementation intention when you specify when, where, and how.
