Terry Bader on 5 Ways To Stay Motivated To Achieve Your Goals

Reaching from one place to another sometimes is an exciting process with many ups and downs. Motivation is about keeping your eye on the prize at all times. It is the reason for moving in a particular direction even where there is no clear path ahead. People who quit halfway are usually the ones who do not have the right motivational basis. A sustainable motivation is one that springs from the inside and is unconditional in its pursuit of the goals with a strong emotional connection to the outcome. Here are five ways to keep the fire alive and achieve your goals.

Seek Fulfillment

It is crucial to base goals on a desirable outcome that has satisfaction as the end result. Keeping in mind the desired outcome gives the motivation to do things for the sake of feeling more of that satisfying feeling of moving in the desired direction. If one concentrates on the fear-based undesirable outcome, they are more likely to procrastinate, lose control, and quit. Positive motivation encourages affirmative action in moving in the desired direction. Whichever way one looks is the direction they are moving to.

Write It Out

What is wanted should be written out somewhere and kept in site. A clear and specific explanation of what is desired should be described. This helps one follow through on their goals even when things get hard or when they are distracted by everyday life. Writing it down also allows one to see the progress they have made with time and further increase motivation.

Positive Self Talk

Positive self-talk and things that make one happy are the things that will keep a person energized and earning for more in life. While unexpected things can happen, positive self-talk and outlook can take one through everything with minimum distraction. On the other end, negative self-talk and criticism only weaken motivation and slow things down.

Rewards

Rewards are pleasant for everyone. They have a positive effect on people. While they can be something small such as a short break, rewards give the motivation that is needed for making it through tasks during a particular time span. Rewards provide the sense of gratification that increases the sense of wellbeing — a substantial factor in moving towards goals.

Minimizing Distraction

Disorganization is contraindicative to progress. When moving towards goals, it is essential to keep all the things that are not important away from focus. This makes energy more focused on the things that are desired. If things become chaotic, it is best to take a short break and get back on track with the vision that one has for their desired outcome.

Terry Bader is an experienced and compassionate social worker in Tacoma, Washington. She has over 27 years of experience and is committed to providing unparalleled service to her clients. Read more of her divorce support or check out her Twitter!

Originally published at terrybader.com on October 29, 2018.