You can always go back for more. Before you know it, the smaller portions will seem normal. Chew slowly and drop that fork between every bite. The slower you eat and the more you enjoy your meal, the more likely you are to eat only a reasonable amount of food and realize when you feel full. Measurable goals are numbers that spell out what you've accomplished.
Achievable goals are attainable.
Completely banishing sweets from your life will probably land you with your hand in the cookie jar and a big load of guilt. Setting unrealistic goals will make you feel deprived and more likely to abandon your weight loss plan altogether. Realistic goals take into account your present circumstances and are reasonable. It's great to aim high, but think about what will really fit into your life and the upcoming week or month. There are also times when life temporarily alters our plans.