How To Stay Motivated?

What really is motivation? Is it some kind of medicine that cures every illness? Or an instruction manual to help you get through life?

None. Yet, without motivation, you can't function. You're lost. Your thoughts and actions equate to inviting failure.

Let's take a look at some suggestions to help you stay motivated. Or, in other words, to help you avoid self-destruction.

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Keep the excitement alive

Every morning, there should be something to look forward to. You should feel excited thinking about at least one thing scheduled for that day. 

It could be anything. A meal, a phone call, even a song you plan to listen to. But something should brighten up your mood in an otherwise dull routine.

Remember your achievements

Almost every career these days is highly competitive. Thus, setbacks are quite normal.

So, it is increasingly important to remind yourselves of all the triumphs you enjoyed. In other words, be your own biggest cheerleader.

Go easy on the feelings

Now, this one may sound a little confusing. While every motivational speaker would tell to be more passionate, you need to know where to draw the line.

A very thin line separates passion from obsession. And it's vital to never cross that line. Strike a balance between feeling too much and feeling nothing at all.

Stay grounded

You often feel life is unfair because you expected a better result of your efforts. This implies that you thought you did an excellent job.

Bravo, that's really good for your self-esteem. But it's not the most practical approach. Instead, believing that 'there is always room for improvement' is much better for your long-term emotional health.

Overall, you need to introspect and plan every day to stay motivated. Remember, motivation is not a one-size-fits-all. 

You have to look within and around you for the right inspiration. What worked for others may not necessarily work for you.