To motivate yourself you can use techniques and tips that have been proven successful for others. Since lasting motivation comes from within it is important to develop habits which foster lasting inspiration. Here are five things that you can use to motivate yourself.

1- Self-Help Books. Success books give you tools and strategies that increase your motivation. Biographies are also good. They provide you with true stories of people who have overcome challenges and gone on to live successful lives. These stories are truly inspirational. They give you confidence and belief in your abilities to get what you want.

2- Written Goals. Write your goals down and refer to them often for consistent inspiration. A written record of your goals provides you with a valuable tool for increased motivation. When you are inspired to hit your goals you will be motivated to take the action required to hit them. Know what you are aiming for at all times. Keep your target well defined and at the forefront of your mind. This helps you stay motivated and action oriented towards getting what you want.

3- Audio Programs. There are many self help audio programs available to you. You can use these to study motivational messages in order to increase your desire which in turn causes you to take action more consistently. Unlike books, audio programs don't require your complete attention. You can listen to audio programs in the background while you are busy doing other things. You can play motivation Cd's while driving your car or listen to inspirational mp3s while you are working out at the gym.

4- Past Success. Reflect on your past successes. Sometimes it pays to stop and think about your past achievements. This will lift your spirits and increase your drive. Your thought process becomes: "If I did it before I then I can do it again." Inspiration from former success will give you a boost in confidence and added motivation to press towards hitting your current goal.

5- Rewards. Lack of rewards or breaks from the grind of constant work can actually lead to decreased production. When we don't build rewards into our routines then monotony and fatigue set in. In order to avoid burn out give yourself preplanned rewards for your successful arrival at certain milestones. Those milestones can be time based or achievement based. When you reach a particular milestone reward yourself with something simple like a movie, a dessert or a break.

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From Anthony D. Carter - a leading expert on motivation.