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### Summary of the Video #### Introduction - Presenter: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes - Topic: Goal Setting in Recovery - Envisioning a Rich and Meaningful Life #### Importance of Envisioning a Rich and Meaningful Life - Helps individuals see where they are going and why their current efforts are worthwhile. - Envisioning serves as a motivational tool, sustaining individuals through recovery. - Daily guided imagery is encouraged to maintain this vision. #### Maintaining Motivation - Envisioning the future helps individuals stay motivated by visualizing physical, emotional, and environmental improvements. - It prepares individuals for obstacles by adopting a mindset of acceptance and flexibility. #### Goal Setting for a Rich and Meaningful Life - Identify what constitutes a rich and meaningful life for the individual. - Set specific goals in different life domains: physical health, affective (emotional) health, cognitive functioning, environmental quality, and relationships. #### Physical Health - Assess current