As in all good things, the motivation behind an achievement may vary in kind. You could be into losing weight, starting a new business, or any other goal you may have in life. In order to see such goals become a reality, motivation will be the anchorwood to keep one focused and committed. But how easy is it to keep that motivation flowing? Here, we shall look into the different types of motivation, common problems, and practical approaches through which you can stay laden with inspiration in your life.
1.Establish tangible aim.
Use the SMART techniques when intentioned to set goals: S-specific: Be clear with the aim (e.g. “I want to lose 10 pounds in 3 months”). M-measurable: Keep track of the progress (e.g. weigh every week). A-achievable: Be realistic. R-relevant: The goal has to connect with your values. T-time: Mention the time that you are allotting for this purpose.
2. Search for the ‘why’
.If you know why you need to do something, this will, indeed, be a good reason for you to keep going. Ask yourself:”What do I want to achieve with this?””How will my life be better if I do it?””What will happen if I quit?”
3. Split the goal down into small parts:
Goals which are large sometimes feel impossible to include in your plans. Rather than stating that you want to write a book, say that for each day, you will be writing 500 words.
4.Make a Routine
Habits and routines facilitate constancy. For instance:
If you want to exercise daily, appal your workouts at the same time every day.
Take time, before going to bed, to read.
5.Surround Yourself with Positive Influences
The environment plays a great role of motivation. Some of these include:
Supportive friends and family
Inspirational books, podcasts, and videos
Mentors or role models who have achieved what you want
6.Celebrate Small Wins
Any movement in the right direction is a win. Reward yourself at each milestone-whether you give yourself some treat, take a break, or just acknowledge where you have come from.
7.Keep Yourself Accountable
Tell someone about your goal-your partner, your best friend, or your mentor. Having a person checking in with you is a good thing to keep you committed.
8.Look at Failure as a Learning Opportunity
Failure is a part of success. Instead of allowing setbacks to discourage you, think of them as a way to improve your skills further. Ask yourself:
What went wrong?
What should I improve on next time?
What else could I do better?
9.Visualize Your Success
Close your eyes and picture yourself completing your objectives. Visualization fortifies your stimulus to continue forward and makes the objective a little bit more real.
10.Stay Flexible and Adapt
Life is unpredictable. If things do not go as planned, change your strategy instead of giving up.
So, those are my few thoughts on how one can stay motivated towards any goal. Even if you have to push yourself sometimes, remember to enjoy the process. Each step counts, so start by taking action right now because the best time to begin is now!
Would you like tips on staying motivated for a specific goal? Let me know!
