Learn to Motivate Yourself
You don't have to wait to be inspired. Inspiration is in your hands. Like any other skill, you can learn to be motivated and full of desire on demand.Learn to motivate yourself and get those challenging things done: 1. Keep your purpose in mind. If you require motivation to do something, there must be a reason for doing it. Keep that reason in the front of your mind. * Remind yourself daily of your "why." I often write my why down so I can see it EVERYDAY!2. Set appropriate goals. Goals that are too small aren't motivating. Goals that are too big are overwhelming. The perfect goal will excite you without overwhelming you. Goals are an excellent motivation tool. If your goals aren't exciting, you have some work to do. * Remind yourself of your goals each day. Set aside a specific time to review your goals. Read your goals aloud and visualize your success. Imagine how you'll feel when your goal is reached.3. Pay attention to your progress toward your goals. Nothing motivates like success. Whether you're motivating yourself to do a better job at work or to stay on top of the clutter at home, notice your success and be proud. You deserve it.4. Take breaks. One effective way to destroy your motivation and desire is to work non-stop. Take regular breaks and keep your motivation high. Studies find that most people do well with a 10-15-minute break each hour.5. Have gratitude. This to me is the most important. It's easy to feel down when you're struggling and focused on what you don't have. Remind yourself of all the people and things you already have in your life. When you have gratitude, your mood and desire will improve. Spend just a few minutes each day and mentally list all the things and people in your life that allow you to feel grateful.Motivation is nice when it occurs organically, but it's not a reliable method. It's possible to create your own motivation with practice. Practice these tips regularly and you'll always be able to take care of business rather than waiting for inspiration to smile upon you. What ways will you stay motivated today?
