There are times when we all need a dose of motivation to keep going and accomplish what we want, whether we are a college student, an aspiring author, new to exercise, trying to change eating habits, or anyone with a goal in life. Problems can include bouncing back from a setback or struggling to pass up immediate pleasure to work toward a long-term goal. If you always (or frequently!) struggle to keep going or give in to short-term temptations, you will not make steady progress toward your goal.
Here are some solutions:
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Post motivational quotes where you can see them
often. Two of my favorites:
o
“We are what we frequently do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” Aristotle
o
“Of course it’s hard. It is supposed to be hard. If it was easy, everyone would do it. Hard is what makes it great.” Paraphrased from A League of Their Own.
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Physically write down your goals and post them where
you will see them daily – bathroom mirror, edge of computer screen, door to
your room or garage etc.
v
Take a picture of your goal and make it your
screen saver. (Thanks to Bobby Bones for
this idea!)
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Make to-do lists of tasks needed to accomplish your
goal – both short-term and long-term (two separate lists!). It is very motivational to cross off a
completed task!
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Allow time for fun – just be selective about what
you decide to do!
v
Read biographies about successful people and the
obstacles that they overcame to accomplish their goals.
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Think about a time when you did accomplish a
goal and remember how hard you worked, how you kept going, and how great it
felt to succeed. A good example of this
might be a team sport played in high school or saving money to buy something
special.
We
can accomplish amazing things, but it required dedication and motivation to
keep working! Stay focused and don’t
give up!
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