What does it indicate when a client makes a plan such as, "When I am done with work, I will run for 30 minutes?"

The statement "When I am done with work, I will run for 30 minutes" reflects the concept of forming an implementation intention. Implementation intentions are specific plans that connect situational cues with goal-directed behaviors. In this case, the client is setting a clear intention to run right after finishing work, specifying both the action (running) and the timing (after work). This type of planning has been shown to increase the likelihood of following through on intentions because it creates a mental association between a specific context and a desired behavior, thus enhancing commitment and action.

While forming a goal typically involves defining a broader objective, such as improving fitness or running a certain distance, the implementation intention is more about creating a concrete step toward that goal. The other options do not capture this specific aspect of planning that involves the timing and conditions under which the action will occur.