Name the Problem
The first step to Stick With anything is to name the problem. The problem simply isn't "I don't do my homework," there are usually causes and reasons. What are they? Learn more...


Think Out Loud
This will help with naming the problem. One suggestion is to walk through a night that you had trouble doing your homework. Learn More...

Obstacles
When it comes to homework we sometimes we make plans with something like, "No matter WHAT, I will do my homework at 7 PM." However, oftentimes when that time rolls around, something gets in the way. Learn More...

Support
It's not easy to just up and change a behavior. Often it helps to identify those friends, family, or anyone else that can help you in your efforts. Learn More...


Beth loves IM'ing with her friends. She often can't tear herself away from the computer. When she or one of her friends are having problems she feels it it is more important than doing her homework. Here grades are suffering and she is now trying Stick WIth It! She is closing in on naming the problem and identifying the obstacles. See what she wrote...

 

1. Name the Problem
2. Think Outloud
3. Identify the Obstacles
4. Seek Support
5. Go to
Goal Setting >>

 

  • What are the problems?
  • What are my specific problem statements?
  • What are the obstacles?
  • Who can support me?
  • What am I going to do?