Motivation is like a muscle, and it can get flabby over time. There are ways to deal with this.
Let these GenuLines pointers be your strength coach and motivator.
5 Steps To Boost Your Motivation Skills
Life can sometimes feel like nothing more than one struggle after another. This is especially true for anyone set on living a life of fulfillment and achievement.
Motivation is the one variable that allows you to push yourself when those around you give up.
Today’s post is worth your attention. Even if you’ve never thought of yourself as driven , but would like to change that.
We’ll look at 5 helpful steps, in no particular order, to help boost your motivation and drive.
Know Your Why
When you first set out toward a goal or achievement, your “why” for doing so tends to be pretty clear. But as you work toward your goal, the foundation can become obscured.
No matter what you pursue there WILL be days on which you feel less motivated than others. Stay aware of why you started in the first place.
It will serve as your second (or third, or fourth) wind to get back up and keep pushing.
Know Your Direction
Extreme motivation has a tendency to cause you to put your head down and work like a maniac. At times this mindset is beneficial.
You want to maintain some sense of direction.
Big goals rarely consist of point A and point B. Instead, it’s important to have a general outline in mind of each step toward your destination.
So yes, keep your nose to the grindstone.
But look up every now and then. Adjust and begin the next phase of your blueprint.
This is the way to continue heading in the right direction!
Allow Small Victories
Make sure you enjoy small successes in pursuit of the finish line. No matter how much (or little) motivation you have towards your goal.
You won’t run out of gas before you get there. Take some time to reward yourself when you do one of the (often many) small steps along the way.
And remember: You Versus You, not You Versus Them
Keep in mind that your goals are YOUR goals. Letting other people’s pursuits dictate what you strive for is counter-productive.
You won’t find the motivation to achieve great things without personal conviction. Whatever it is you want, the only comparison to consider is to the person you were the day before.
Controlled Tunnel Vision
Consider this: whatever you’re after most likely involves only one facet of your life. Career, athletic, personal and other areas won’t stop while you go after it.
Balance is always key. Don’t let the rest of your life fall to the wayside while you pursue your dream!
JohnK 9-12-2022
Overheard: “Hold the vision, trust the process” ~Unknown
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