Motivation Tips
Most people give up on achieving their goals when they are just about to reach their breaking point. And the most glaring truth is that it doesn't happen because of external factors. It happens because they are not passionate about their goals anymore.
It does not excite them that much that they will go to any extremes to make it possible. It has happened with so many people that when they have taken up a new project that will shape their lives they have immediately set their goals. But then they fall into a depression once the clouds of the obstacles loom large over them. They lose track of what they wanted to do.
When you lose track of your actual goals and you start paying attention to the obstacles in the path you suddenly falter on your goals. You begin to have second thoughts about your achievements. The demons of the problems assume the topmost priority in your life. You are consumed by the problems of lack of time, money and other resources. But you know it very well that these are just the constructions of the inherent dears that have taken over your brain.
The best way to combat these problems that seem apparently insurmountable is to create a plan for working out the large plan you have in your mind. You should break the plan into achievable goals. And then set a deadline for these goals. Once you see that you can complete these small goals then you will feel positive. You will have an urge to take on the next goal. You will see in this way you will have passed the entire hurdle that you had created for yourself.
Long term motivation requires a lot of patience and dedication. It is almost like meditation. Initially it will take its toll on you. But with discipline and labor you can very well overcome these problems. You will easily sail across the difficult phase if you put in a little extra effort when you starting out. And it is a consistent game - so make the right choices at the right time.
Every person develops their own way to combat their own problems. This article can set the ground on which you can customize your own solutions. But it will definitely not work for everyone. Listen to that tiny little voice inside you. So that you can judge the development of your instincts. Bank on your sixth sense to give you the best solution. It will give you an insight into the creative genius of your brain.
Here are a few solutions to combat your problems.
Set Goals
It is easier to steer a ship when you get a sense of the direction you are following. Similarly set a goal. You will achieve more when you are aware of the track. You can steer your future goals accordingly.
Stack the Deck
You must always stay motivated. It is key to the success of the task at hand. And always remember to make a game plan. Smaller goals as opposed to larger goals will help. You will achieve one at a time and them you will feel good about it. Your task will be done in bits. And definitely in a better way than you would have imagined.
More Tips
- Do not take liberty with time. Time will take its own course without giving you the slightest chance of looking back. So set a deadline. It will always pump your adrenaline when you see the clock ticking away. Make sure you set realistic time limit. In that way you will ensure that you use your time n the best possible way.
- Plan ahead of the task. Utilize the night for planning the day ahead. You can achieve wonders in that time. You will not act restless in the next morning because you have already chalked out the plan. You will think about them when you go to sleep. Who knows, you might wake up the next morning with a path breaking idea!
- Take breaks from your work. This will add to your productivity. It will help organize your cluttered mind. It will make you rethink on your decisions. You will come back charged. Your creativity will be bursting at its seams.
- Maintain a slow but steady pace. Don't follow a frenetic pace in your life. You will eventually burnout. Don't let the Work become a burden. Take the occasional break. You deserve it!
Sam Crowley lives in Cincinnati, OH with his wife Angela and three children. Sam is a best-selling co-author and motivational speaker. You can visit Sam and learn more about him at: http://everydayissaturday.com