Now that you have made some choices about your substance use and what you want to do about it you can write yourself a contract.
This will help to remind you exactly what you have decided to do.
Example A:
I will stop using cannabis on date.
Example B:
I will cut down my cannabis use to no more than one cone per fortnight starting from date.
Remember when setting goals, to be effective they should be SMART
• Specific
• Measurable
• Attainable
• Realistic
• Time bound
Choosing SMART goals will help you achieve your goals more effectively.
Now its your turn. Click the worksheet below to fill out a behavioural contract with yourself:
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