13 Tips for Self Motivation

13 Tips to Self-Motivate

Even the most experienced and successful achievers can use a little help getting motivated from time to time. Motivating yourself is a learnable skill. Everyone procrastinates at times. It’s human nature. It is also worth mentioning that in some cases you may not even feel like being motivated or engaged with anything you have going on. If this persists for more than 3 – 5 days, it may be a sign of a deeper problem that may require you to take a deeper look. Several tactics and strategies can lift your motivation to the critical level necessary to get yourself moving again.

Try these techniques to motivate yourself and get things done:

1. Choose Happiness

It’s much easier to motivate yourself when you’re in a positive mood. Focus on the beautiful things in your life that fill you with gratitude. Cleaning out the garage won’t seem quite as daunting. Keep your mind on the positive things in your life.

2. Lay the Groundwork

Give yourself the best chances of success by being balanced in the four critical areas of Adequate Sleep, Proper Nutrition, Mindfulness, and Exercise.

3. Learn How To Be a Finisher

A trail of unfinished projects can dampen anyone’s enthusiasm to start another. Avoid quitting before a task is 100% completed. You’ll be more interested in taking on new tasks when you expect to succeed. Success breeds success.

4. Expect Mistakes

The only people that don’t make mistakes are those who never do anything. The more mistakes you make, the more you’ll learn. Mistakes can be very positive. Use them to your advantage.

5. Keep Yourself Grounded in the Present

If you’re worried about the future or beating yourself up over the past, it’s challenging to get anything accomplished right now. Focus on your breathing for a few minutes if your mind is running wild.

6. Focus on the Result

You’ll find it challenging to get started if you sit around and think about all the work needed. Focus on the result, and you’ll feel much more motivated.

7. Reframe What the End Result Will Look Like

I have found that just getting started on something in the general direction of what you’re hoping to accomplish helps with a slight readjustment of the allotted time to complete the task. Sometimes just picking up or moving the nearest thing to you relevant to the task helps.

8. Reward Yourself

You go to work every day because you know that a paycheck is coming your way. You wouldn’t go otherwise. Give yourself a small but meaningful reward when your work is complete. Determine the reward before you get started.

9. Use a Timer

Decide how long a task should take and see if you’re right. Set a timer and see if you can beat the clock. A little time pressure will help to keep you focused on your work. There are many timer apps and programs available at no cost.

10. Read Inspirational Quotes

Reading inspirational quotes by those who have achieved great success can motivate. Spend a few minutes reading these great quotes or short motivational videos, and you’ll be sure to experience an enhanced level of enthusiasm. Consider creating a playlist of videos or music that can get you through low times.

11. Consider the Price of Failure

What is the price of failing to follow through? Make a list of the negatives. Some of us are more driven by pain than we are by reward. Using both to your advantage can be powerful. If you don’t pay the utility bill, they will get disconnected.

12. Get Some Exercise

If you’re stuck, go for a brisk walk or a short run. Taking a short break every 20 minutes has been shown to increase productivity. Keep your breaks short, so you don’t get off track.

13. Measure Your Progress

Big goals or projects can take years to complete. Measuring your progress along the way is a great way to keep your spirits high. Set short-term goals to keep you focused.

Most of us should at least be at a place in life to motivate ourselves & encourage others (Ripple Effect). The most successful people can harness the power of self-motivation. A higher level of motivation will ensure that your work is done well and as quickly as possible. It’s time to get busy! Remember You Are The Raindrop. On your mark, get set, GO!