5 Secrets To Self-Motivation

Why is it that motivating others is easy, but we struggle to motivate ourselves? There’s always another task that needs to be done, another deadline that needs to be met.

Yet, we need to learn how to take the time to show ourselves that we’re strong and hard-working. One of the secrets of self-motivation is to get our internal gears turning the right way so that we recognize our worth and value.

Everyone has goals they’re working towards. Yet, the degree of self-motivation we allow ourselves determines how hard we’re willing to work to achieve the desired result.

So, in a nutshell, with self-motivation, anything is possible. But, on the other hand, if it’s lacking in someone’s life, then life goals become of little significance.

To always encourage yourself to do better and be better, you need to show yourself kindness and motivation. Without them, you’ll achieve very little in life. To help you get inspired, we rounded up the five secrets to self-motivation.

1. Be Confident

“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” - A. A. Milne

Having the confidence to stand up for your beliefs and dreams is one of the most critical aspects of self-motivation. Yet, it can get difficult mustering up confidence when your brain is wired to shy away from a challenge.

To rewire your thoughts and build up your confidence, get a pen and paper. First, write down 3–4 of your achievements just to remind yourself of how much potential you have.

Then, make a habit of writing one thing you achieved each day. Little by little, that page will turn into two, then five, then a dozen—all the while creating a momentum that feeds on your self-confidence and assurance.

2. Track Your Progress

“Talk to yourself about your successes; be sure you’re recognizing your own accomplishments, no matter how small they may be.” - Rhett Power

Now that you’ve started writing down your daily achievements, even if it’s just watering the plants, it’s important to keep track of how far you’ve come.
You can use something as simple as a to-do list where you cross each task as you get each one done. Or, if you want to be more general, just cross off the whole day.

There are also numerous apps and software tools that help you create a personalized digital task board. This makes it easier to customize goals on a smaller scale, as well as all the way to the more time-consuming monthly and yearly goals.

As a result, you hold yourself accountable. Plus, you wake up each day knowing exactly what you’re supposed to do, giving your life purpose and meaning.

3. Maintain A Positive Outlook

“There’s a direct correlation between positive energy and positive results.” - Joe Rogan

Maintaining a positive mindset can go a long way in boosting your self-motivation. It’s also a great tool to have when things don’t go as planned. That’s when having that positive outlook can help you see things from a different perspective.

When your brain expects positive results, your choices will be geared towards the more positive. You’ll also be less likely to blame others for the unexpected things that pop up in your life.

To do this, you need to be aware of your negative thought patterns. Then, each time you feel some negative thoughts starting to pop up, replace them with positive ones immediately.

Another way to achieve this is by repeating positive affirmations in the morning to boost your motivation and confidence as you start your day.

4. Set Realistic Goals

“It must be borne in mind that the tragedy of life doesn’t lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goals to reach.” - Benjamin E. Mays

Goals give your life a sense of direction, like a promise you make to yourself, then do your best to keep it.

For example, it could be something as simple as cutting back on sugar for a whole week. Or, maybe something a bit more consuming, like working out each day for a month.

Whether it’s work, family, or something personal, the best way to set goals is to break them up into measurable tasks. This can be monthly, weekly, daily, or even by the hour—whatever works for you.

Another tip is to make the goal just challenging enough to pique your interest. Yet, it shouldn’t be too complex that you give up easily.

5. Surround Yourself With Supportive People

“Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.” - Oprah Winfrey

Having positive people who help you achieve your potential is a great way to increase your self-esteem. In return, this gives your internal motivation a nice boost.

They’re also great for holding you accountable. They keep you pushing forward even when you don’t feel like getting out of bed.

The best thing is that it works both ways, which only works to strengthen your relationship. Plus, no one wants to let down that person who’s always there for them through the good days and the bad.

6 Ways to Stay Motivated and Positive

The world can be full of negativity. That’s why it’s so important to stay positive and motivated, despite the situations you may face — good or bad.

Have you ever read a motivational book, watched an inspiring video, or tried to implement a new habit, only to give up after a few days?

What’s going on? Why is it that we get motivated, inspired, and have all these great ideas, but then nothing happens? When you’re lacking motivation or energy, start with these three questions:

● What do you want out of this day?

● What have you done today to get closer to those things?

● What could you do right now that would move you toward your goals?

Honest answers to the questions above are good to energize you for each day’s activities.

Remember that only you and your mindset can generate the positive energy you need. You can only practice some tried and tested routines that can get you on your feet whenever you are down. Different things motivate everyone. First, understand what motivates you.

Let these self-improvement tips guide you to stay motivated and positive:

1. Set aside time for yourself every day. Practice self-care. Schedule a moment where you are not answering calls, scrolling on social media, responding to a mail, or watching a favorite movie.

● There are a lot of distractions in the world. However, if you don’t set aside time to reflect, you cannot move forward. Even if it is 5 minutes every day, know that you deserve it.

2. Reward yourself for every little thing. Set little milestones for your life, like finishing an assignment on time. Reward yourself by watching your favorite show or buying your favorite coffee.

● Self-reward doesn't always need to be money or time-consuming. The minor things you don’t value do the wonders. For instance, stand on your feet now and tell yourself “You’re victorious” or “You’re capable”. See the feeling it gives.

3. Surround yourself with positive-minded people. Sometimes you need a little extra push to get through the day. That’s why it’s so important to surround yourself with people who are positive and motivated.

● With positive people in your life, keeping your head up is that much easier. It’s like a breath of fresh air when you’re feeling down.

4. Help others. Creating a positive influence in people’s life brings an unusual feeling of joy.

5. Visualize yourself succeeding. You’ve probably heard this one before, but there’s a reason for that! It works! Take a few minutes every morning or evening to picture what it would be like for you to succeed.

● Spend some time thinking about how good it will feel for you to make it to the other side of this challenge!

6. Starve your distractions. It’s so easy to let yourself get distracted, isn’t it? Whether your distraction is the latest reality TV show, the latest flavor of ice cream, your kids, or the bed that looks so comfortable right now.

● It’s easy to find things that will capture your attention and keep it away from what you should be doing. When you don’t feed your distractions, you’ll get more time for yourself.

Many of us struggle to stay motivated and positive these days. The social media landscape is full of negativity.

With all the negativity, it becomes difficult to understand why we do what we do. And sometimes we may feel like we are not making any difference. Let these tips be a booster for you to escape negativity and stay motivated.

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Cheers, Helene Malmsio

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