8 Tips To Stay Motivated
Motivation is a very important tool in any activity as it gives reason for any desired activity. It comes from many and everything around us. Such forces/factors could be positive or negative. If negative, we assume no activity inactive and where positive is concerned, we feel encouraged and spur into action managing between the two extremes in a factor that calls for concern.
Staying motivated at all times is one thing people find hard to maintain so I’ve penned down some tips to follow in order to stay motivated in this article.
Read on to learn of the 8 tips to stay motivated:
Define your Goals
To get an act done effectively, it is necessary to have a defined goal for it. Having a defined goal puts one’s work in an action mode. It is the first thing to be taken into consideration before an action is to be carried out which is like a vision on what you are trying to do.
So the first tip to follow in a bid to staying motivated is by having a defined goal in achieving whatever you are trying to do.
Create a Plan.
A plan is a set of actions that have been thought of as a way to do or achieve something. Once you have a goal in place, the appropriate thing to do is to make a plan for it to carry it out effectively. We all are aware of the fact that a goal without a plan is just a mere dream.
Approach a Task in a Different Manner
One of the problems that I face when writing is how to start and I know others face this problem as well so what I simply do is give the task a different approach.
Making use of a different strategy or changing the pattern at which you work gives one a new energy and perspective in getting the task done.
Get Organized
The environment also influences the level of motivation. In order to stay motivated, always ensure that your environment is filled with things that will elevate your thinking. A calm and serene environment boosts one’s level of productivity and efficiency.
Utilize the Power of Deadlines.
As they say, “time is everything”. Setting a time limit for an activity enables you to assemble your thoughts, energy, resources and materials towards accomplishing things you might not otherwise get done.
Tackle Procrastination
The main enemy of a writer is procrastination. You must always ensure not to waste time thinking or rationalizing about things that does not matter in your work. Instead, get to work immediately as the best way to begin something is to just begin.
Keep it Fun
Fun is a great motivator. If you want to seriously stay motivated, then find a means to make your works fun as it will motivate you into putting your all into it to get the work done efficiently.
Stop Multi-tasking
Make sure to erase all distractions and stop dividing your attention. Another way to stay motivated is by giving your full and undivided attention to any task at hand.
Remember, motivation starts within. Find it, keep it and make it for you.
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I definitely needed these tips so thank you for sharing 🙂
You are welcome. Thanks for reading
Staying motivated seems like a huge deal with all the crazy things going on. These tips are very helpful.
I'm glad. Thank you for reading
Being organised is definitely so important! I always find if I'm organised then I can smash through my to do list!
Yeah. I'm trying to drill myself on that aspect as well
Great tips. Organization is really the biggest key for me. When I'm not organized, my productivity and motivation both drop and FAST. I have been using Trello religiously to plan out and organize my days as of late, and I've sen a huge benefit to it. Best part, it's free!
Thank you
Love this list! Sometimes I take a little break and come back at a task with a new approach. Sometimes creating a plan beforehand also works, if the task at hand is a big one! The important thing is to get into a mindset that promotes fun.
Thanks so much for sharing!
You are welcome. Thank you for reading
I needed these tips
I'm glad. Thank you for reading
These are some amazing tips ! Thank you for this wonderful post x
Great tips, procrastination is my enemy.
These are really great tips!! They're especially important with everything going on right now.
Love this list! So many things to consider when trying to beat procrastination!
I completely agree with you that defining goals is definitely very helpful. Thank you so much for sharing all of these tips.
Great tips Safiyyah! Multitasking and procrastination are my biggest weaknesses when it comes to staying motivated. I need to learn how to manage these bad habits.
Seriah from http://www.riyahspeaks.com
Procrastination and multitasking are my worst enemies, I need to learn how to manage those.
Great tips!