- Write down a daily list of tangible goals. The quickest way to ruin your motivation is to set unattainable goals, because this leads to frustration when they are not achieved. Setting a goal of losing 30 pounds in a month is simply unattainable. Small steps can lead to a big change, and incorporating these daily goals into your routine are key to maintaining motivation. A great way to start your day is to make a list of things you are going to accomplish. This list can be as simple as make your bed, drink water, and get a workout in.
- Replace the negatives with the positives. Instead of saying "I am not going to eat unhealthy foods", try saying "I am going to nourish my body with healthy foods." Replacing negative thoughts with positive ones will allow yourself to see the good in all things. Focusing on negative aspects of life can be a waste of energy. Instead of focusing on the things you cannot change, focus on what you can change. The Law of Attraction states that we have the ability to attract whatever we are focusing on into our lives. If we focus on the good, we will attract more good!
- Read. This works extremely well for me. Whenever I am in need of motivation, I read motivational quotes, stories, or other blogs. I even made a blog post of my favorite motivational quotes, which you can read here. There is something so inspiring about hearing other success stories. One of my favorite books is Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg. Podcasts are also a great tool for motivation. You aren't necessarily reading but you are engaging in content. Some of my favorite podcasts are TedTalk Radio Hour, Optimal Living Daily, and the Science of Happiness.
Hopefully these tips help you when you are in need of some motivation. Always remember your current situation is temporary, and there is always something to be thankful for.
Until next time,
Andrea
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