We know that self-motivation is vital. There's a good chance we can keep going despite trials with high motivation levels. Then life gets in the way.
Unexpected events cross us every day. Depending on how we react to them, these events can throw us off balance.
It's even more so now that many people find themselves working from home. With zero self-motivation, you may become frustrated, unproductive, and ineffective. Fortunately, there are things you can do to avoid this
Try these tips to increase your motivation:
1. Set goals. A big reason for feelings of demotivation comes from not knowing where we want to go.
Why do you wake up each morning and go to work?
What would you like your life to look like in the next year or two?
Why do you want your life to look that way?
Asking these questions helps you gain a clear objective about where you want to head. Once you have answers to these questions, you can finally set the goals that are right for you.
2. Avoid comparing yourself to others. People know they are imperfect by nature. But they forget this when they compare themselves to others, thinking they have to perform better than everyone else. This action leads to more stress and depression.
Instead of comparing yourself to others, try imagining what your life will be like when you achieve your goals. This approach can help you eliminate the endless lists and mental comparisons that hinder your progress.
3. Wade through your struggles. Everyone has challenges in their lives, so it's easy to have negative thoughts and emotions. Instead of abandoning your goals, try to face your problems and figure out what you can do.
Your challenge may feel like a huge obstacle, but giving up on your
dreams are a much bigger deal.
Remember why you started. Recognize that results don't come instantly. Stay motivated and keep looking toward your goal.
4. Let your choices differ from the past. Everyone hates change. But many times, that's what we need. You don't have to make significant changes to your life. Instead, you can make small changes that lead to substantial results.
For example, someone trying to lose weight might choose to eat healthier and exercise more. Someone trying to stop smoking may think about trying a different alternative. Someone interested in starting a business may look for free ways to market their product.
Your results will follow your decisions, so choose wisely!
5. Embrace your mistakes. We all make mistakes. Even if you're doing something right, sometimes you will still make an error. Learn from your mistakes and move on. Realize that mistakes are as natural to humans as breathing.
Even the most successful people have made poor decisions at one time or another. And the truth is, mistakes help us to grow as we learn. They allow us to learn new skills and improve our behaviors.
So instead of dwelling on your mistakes, evaluate them and think about what you did well. By doing this, you will learn from your mistakes and achievements, making you more motivated in the long run!
It's easy to feel demotivated. However, the key to staying motivated is to focus on the big picture.
While it's true that you may never reach some goals if you focus on the possibilities and work hard to meet them, you can still achieve your dreams no matter how
difficult they may be.
~Tara