Entertainment
How to stay motivated to keep you moving forward
There are moments when you find yourself in a slump, feeling unlike your usual self, where it seems like nothing is going your way and you convince yourself there’s no way out.
As it’s commonly recognized, at times we become our own worst enemy. Instead of motivating ourselves, we tend to do the opposite. Perhaps the solution lies in exposing ourselves to ways that can keep us motivated and moving forward.
Healthdirect defines motivation as the drive to achieve your goals, influenced by the strength of your desire for the objective, as well as what you could gain or lose if your aims and standards are not met.
Motivation is crucial as it provides you with goals to strive for, aids in problem-solving, encourages breaking bad habits, and assists in navigating opportunities and challenges, as mentioned in the aforementioned publication.
The publication also recommends using a journal to help integrate your goals into your daily routine. Embrace an “I can try” attitude rather than an “I can’t” mindset and practice mindfulness to maintain a calm and focused state.
According to the Harvard Business Review, one distinguishing characteristic of high-achieving professionals is their effective self-motivation. It’s noted that motivation is to some extent a personal matter. What motivates you may not have the same impact on others, and some individuals naturally exhibit greater persistence than others.
Goals should elicit intrinsic motivation rather than extrinsic motivation. When an action is seen as having an inherent goal, like rewarding yourself or avoiding punishment, it is extrinsically driven. Conversely, when it is viewed as having an inherent purpose, it is intrinsically motivated, as elucidated in the aforementioned publication.
Also check out: Women owned restaurants to visit this Woman’s Day
The article “How to stay motivated to keep you moving forward” first appeared on Bona Magazine.
