There was a season in my life when motivation felt like a distant dream. I would wake up with the desire to achieve so many things, yet I constantly found myself falling short. Some days, I would get excited and start something new, only to lose interest or energy halfway.
I knew I had potential, but something always seemed to hold me back. That was until I made a conscious decision to study motivation deeply, practice it daily, and change the way I lived. Here’s what I learned—these eight powerful strategies have kept me moving forward, even during the hardest times of my life.
1. Just get started.
There is something magical about starting. I used to overthink everything. I wanted every detail to be perfect before I could begin a project. But life doesn’t wait for perfection. One day, I decided to stop planning endlessly and just begin.
I started small—a simple phone call, a short blog post, a five-minute task. The moment I took that first step, I noticed something shift. Starting created momentum, and that momentum carried me forward. Motivation, I realized, doesn’t always come before action—sometimes, it comes because of action.
2. Pick your biggest goal that has the most fear.
For the longest time, I avoided the dream that scared me the most—starting a public speaking career. I feared rejection, failure, and criticism. But deep down, I knew it was the one thing I truly wanted to do. Eventually, I asked myself, “What would happen if I never pursued it?”
That thought terrified me more than failure itself. I chose that fear-filled goal and started working toward it. The fear didn’t vanish overnight, but every step forward made me braver. The lesson? The goal that scares you the most is probably the one that will transform you the most.
3. Immerse yourself in the goal to stay motivated.
When I began focusing on my goals, I made the mistake of only thinking about them occasionally. But change happened when I fully immersed myself in them. I read books, watched interviews, followed experts in my field, and talked about my vision constantly.
I even put reminders on my walls and my phone. Immersing myself kept my dream top of mind and gave me the motivation to keep going when things got tough. Motivation grows stronger when your goal becomes part of your environment and daily mindset.
4. Without growth, there is no motivation.
I noticed a pattern in my life—whenever I stopped learning or growing, I also stopped caring. I felt stuck and uninspired.
But when I committed to personal development—learning a new skill, reading a challenging book, attending workshops—I felt alive again. Growth gives us the feeling of progress, and progress is deeply motivating. When you see yourself getting better, it makes you want to continue. That’s why I now make growth a non-negotiable part of my lifestyle.
5. Use confidence to keep you motivated.
Confidence doesn’t come overnight—it comes from experience and pushing through discomfort. I remember a time I had to lead a team on a major project. I doubted myself every step of the way, but I kept showing up.
By the end of the project, I had grown more than I ever expected. That experience built my confidence, and that confidence motivated me to take on bigger roles. The more I believed in my ability to handle challenges, the more motivated I became to face new ones.
6. Become obsessed with motivated people.
They say you become the average of the five people you spend the most time with, and I couldn’t agree more. I surrounded myself—physically and virtually—with people who were driven, positive, and passionate.
I watched their habits, learned from their failures, and fed off their energy. Motivation is contagious. When you’re constantly around people who are pushing forward, you’ll naturally start doing the same. I’ve built strong connections that continue to inspire me today.
7. Make the most of inspiring states of mind.
There are moments when you feel unstoppable—when your ideas are flowing, your energy is high, and your heart is fully in it. I used to let those moments pass by without taking full advantage. Now, I act quickly when inspiration hits. I write, plan, or make decisions during those moments.
I treat them like rare fuel. Learning to recognize and use those high-energy states has helped me accomplish tasks faster and more creatively. These bursts of inspiration don’t last forever—so when they come, I make them count.
8. Make sure you keep at it.
Consistency is underrated. Many people start strong but lose steam because they expect quick results. I’ve been guilty of this too. But over time, I learned that success doesn’t come from a single burst of effort—it comes from showing up repeatedly, even when it’s hard.
I’ve had weeks where I didn’t feel like writing or showing up for my goals, but I did it anyway. Those little acts of discipline built resilience and reinforced my identity as someone who doesn’t quit. Motivation might fade, but commitment keeps the engine running.
Motivation isn’t a switch you turn on once and forget. It’s a daily decision. What worked for me was embracing a lifestyle of growth, fear-facing, and consistent action.
I stopped waiting for motivation to strike and started building it from within. The more I practiced these strategies, the easier it became to stay focused, excited, and driven.
If you’re someone who struggles with motivation, know that you’re not alone. I’ve been there. But if I can turn things around, so can you. Start small, be consistent, and don’t be afraid to chase the goal that scares you the most. Your future self will thank you.
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