Hey girls! I don’t know about you, but sometimes I feel like I’m on a never-ending rollercoaster in this fast-paced world. You know, one minute I’m all pumped up and ready to conquer the day, and the next, I’m just like, “Ugh, can I just hit snooze and stay in bed forever?” But over time, I’ve figured out some ways to keep that motivation alive, and I’m here to spill the beans!
First off, let’s talk about setting goals. I used to be the kind of person who would just go with the flow and hope for the best. But that really didn’t get me anywhere. Now, I take the time to sit down and actually write out my goals. Whether it’s something big like starting my own business or something small like going for a jog three times a week, having it written down makes it feel more real and achievable. I keep my list of goals somewhere visible, like on my fridge or as the wallpaper on my phone. That way, every time I see it, I’m reminded of what I’m working towards. And it’s not just about writing them down, it’s about breaking them into smaller steps too. For example, if my goal is to write a book (which is a huge task!), I’ll break it down into things like writing a certain number of words each day or finishing a chapter by the end of the week. This way, it doesn’t seem so overwhelming.
Another thing that really helps me stay motivated is surrounding myself with positive people. You know how they say you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with? Well, it’s so true! I used to hang out with a lot of people who were always complaining and being negative. And it was really dragging me down. But now, I’ve made an effort to be around those who are upbeat, who encourage me and believe in me. When I’m feeling down or unmotivated, they’re the ones who will give me that little push I need. They’ll say things like, “You got this!” or “Remember that amazing thing you did last time? You can do it again!” And it really makes a world of difference.
Taking care of myself physically also plays a huge role in my motivation levels. I used to think that I could just power through everything without taking a break or eating right or getting enough sleep. Boy, was I wrong! When I’m tired and run-down, my motivation is just out the window. So now, I make sure to get enough sleep every night. I set a regular bedtime for myself and stick to it as much as possible. I also eat healthy foods that give me energy. Instead of reaching for that bag of chips when I’m stressed, I’ll have some nuts or a piece of fruit. And exercise! Oh my gosh, exercise is like a magic pill for motivation. Even if it’s just a 20-minute walk around the block, it gets my blood pumping and makes me feel so much better. I always feel more motivated to tackle my tasks after a good workout.
Finding something that I’m passionate about is another key factor. I used to do a job that I really didn’t care about. I was just in it for the paycheck. And let me tell you, it was so hard to get motivated to go to work every day. But then I discovered something that I truly loved doing, like writing for example. When I started writing, it wasn’t even about making money or getting famous. It was just about expressing myself and sharing my thoughts and experiences. And because I was passionate about it, I was always eager to sit down and do it. I didn’t need anyone to push me or tell me to do it. I just wanted to. So if you’re feeling unmotivated in your job or in a certain area of your life, maybe it’s time to explore and find something that really lights you up inside.
One more thing that I do to stay motivated is to celebrate my small wins. We often focus so much on the big goals that we forget to celebrate the little steps we take along the way. For example, if I managed to write a really good blog post or finish a project ahead of schedule, I’ll treat myself. It could be something as simple as buying myself a new lipstick or taking a long bath with some nice bath bombs. By celebrating these small wins, it gives me that boost of confidence and motivation to keep going and achieve more.
In this fast-paced world, it’s so easy to get caught up in the chaos and lose our motivation. But by setting goals, surrounding ourselves with positive people, taking care of ourselves, finding our passion, and celebrating our small wins, we can keep that motivation alive and keep on kicking butt! So girls, don’t let this crazy world get you down. You got this! 💖