Sunday, May 8, 2011

How To Get Motivated and Stay Motivated

Getting motivated to accomplish a goal may be easy, but it is staying motivated that we often find difficult. Staying on task, or motivated to reach a goal can be a long process and can be frustrating if you do not take the time to accomplish the short-term goals first. When you have a goal, no matter what it is, you can take steps to ensure that after you get motivated, you stay motivated.

Most people set certain goals for themselves. Maybe it is to get in better shape or maybe it is to go back to school. Whatever goal or dream you have, motivation is sometimes hard to come by. Motivation takes not only hard work, but it also takes dedication, willingness, and drive. Many people start out strong when they want to accomplish a goal, but soon find that it is not always easy to stick to the task.

Since everyone is motivated by something different, it will be important to find what it is that motivates you personally. For some people, who are motivated from within, motivation comes from that inner voice that pushes them to work harder and do better. Others need outside factors to push them to their goals. For those people, there are things that can be done to get motivated and to stay motivated no matter what goal you are working towards.

One thing that can help keep you motivated or can get in the way of keeping you motivated is just life. If you are busy, you may tell yourself that you do not have the time or the means to stay motivated. This is especially true for anyone that wants to get in shape or lose weight. We find ourselves making excuses because we are too busy or cannot find the time to exercise or eat right. In addition, we may find that the snack machines at work are just too tempting during the day to turn down. Maybe we find that we are too busy to cook a healthy meal and instead find a fast food drive through. When you think your life is too busy to achieve your goals, you need to take the time to rethink. You can stay motivated if you can reorganize your priorities and your life to reflect your goals and dreams.

Another good way to stay motivated is to find a dedicated partner who is willing to help you through your hardest times. Find someone; whether it is your spouse, friend or neighbor that you can talk to when the times are hard. Maybe you can find a friend that also wants to get in shape or eat better. Work with that person to find a routine that works for the both of you. When you know someone else is depending on you, you will find it is easier to stay motivated to accomplish you goals. Find a partner that shares your willingness and dedication and will work to push you to stay motivated.

You can also stay motivated by hard work. When you see how far you have come when you are working towards your short-term goals, you will see that you can accomplish your goals. This will help you work hard and stay dedicated and motivated. It is not always easy to work hard towards something that is difficult, but when you believe in yourself and work hard it will be easier. When you work hard and see results, others will notice. Those compliments will go far in helping you stay motivated day after day.

Another easy way to get motivated and stay motivated is to use uplifting music during your work. Maybe you are trying to clean your house or walk two miles day. Invest in a good portable music system, such as an MP3 player and fill it with music that will keep you moving. Even when you are not actively working on your goals, good music can help you think about what you want to accomplish and keep you excited about the next day.

When you work hard and dedicate yourself to accomplishing your goals, you will have the ability to stay motivated. Think about your goals and work with a partner, organize your life to accommodate your goals and stay dedicated. Almost any goal can be accomplished when you are motivated.

45 comments:

  1. I agree with what you have said. But it is also important to consider that motivation can also come from thinking about the negative consequences of not reaching your targets.

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  2. Thanks for the article dude. I think i needed it.

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  3. Motivation has got to be my biggest weakness...So thanks for the read.

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  4. staying motivated is definitely much harder than getting motivated. great article btw. thanks!

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  5. hehe staying in your frame could ever be hard buts it not impossible :)

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  6. You couldn't write this at a better time I need to write an essay

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  7. Thanks, im so lazy sometimes i cant do nothing :(

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  8. Lazyness always gets me. lol.

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  9. Procrastination is my downfall

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  10. If you want to make things happen the ability to motivate yourself and others is a crucial skill. This post helped me in finding what that could motivate me.
    Thank you

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  11. Procrastination always kills me.

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  12. I for one love procrastination - You get so much more productive when you have one night to finish something... :)

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  13. How I stay motivated is to always look to the future, as there's no point in dwelling on the past. A quote I like to use is "This too shall pass".

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  14. Thanks. Keeps me going everyday.

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  15. Ugh I have no motivation to go to the gym that's for sure. Nice article though, maybe it will change that. =) Following you for more interesting posts!

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  16. I am having issues with motivation in my life. This was very informative and helpful. Thanks so much! Will keep reading!

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  17. good advice! another great read, thx

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  18. Motivation is DEFINITELY my biggest weakness. Gotta work on this!

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  19. Uplifting music helps getting through the day

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  20. Find a dedicated partner you say? Yeah that's not gonna happen for a long time. I'm sure it does motivate you to be better than you are though.

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  21. It can be tough when motivation starts to drain. Definitely takes some dedication!

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  22. I can't be motivated, I just cant.

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  23. Always good to have a reminder like this one!

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  24. Great tips as always, motivation is hard to keep, but one just needs to think about it and apply. Think positive!

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  25. Motivation can do miracles to efficiency.

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  26. I always seem to have problems with keeping my attention to one specific thing, I have a hard time staying motivated when I do not see results right away, thanks for the tips! I am sure they will help me in one way or another! ( already using the music one! )

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  27. being motivated is important, specially at work... otherwise, it feels like being dead 8 hours a week

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  28. Interesting stuff! Definitely a good read.

    Keep 'em coming!

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  29. I try to remind myself of my endgoals to keep pushing myself.

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  30. Nice post. Think this will help since i am at university.

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  31. You really are making quite a fan out of me. There is no way better to start out my day than to get a little motivational pep talk! Thank you for this blog!

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  32. My girlfriend helps me stay motivated since she`s a workaholic! Use your gfs/bfs people they're useful!

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  33. Great post, I need to show this to a friend of mine

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  34. Haha! I felt like this post was written for me. I recently became anemic and keep fighting the urge to be unproductive by using it as an excuse. Love your posts! they are so helpful!!!!!

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  35. thats some good advice, something most people just dont think about

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  36. really agreeing on some points here, definitely reminded me of starting up my blog (www.themanscave.org) the key was to stay motivated and just don't give up... with time it works out, so be sure to keep this advice in your head cause this blog is looking solid, tons of followers, include me now! great start, keep it up!

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  37. Good to know for when I just don't wanna do anything :p

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  38. This is true, but what puts me down the most is when people use the world "talent". Like you're born to do something, I don't believe that. I think anyone can achieve anything aslong as they pour their passion into it.

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  39. i always have problems with motivation. thanks for the tips

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