Does it grow tougher to quit smoking, to start that
diet, to workout, get projects done or follow through
on goals, and decisions?  If so it is time to evaluate your
motivation.

 

Motivation through negative thinking like, "I am so
fat, what's the point in dieting," or "I will
never be loved until after I reach this goal," may
get you started, but it won't sustain you in the long
run.

 

Motivation for the long haul comes when you learn
to truly appreciate what you have already accomplished
and value your previous successes.  When you
embrace this frame of mind, you'll find you're
motivated to accomplish more.  And,
that can change motivation into accomplishment!

 

 

 

Wisdom is like marinade. 
First you take what a book said or what a teacher said,
and then you mix it with your own ideas. 
Then you add experience and pour in a few buckets of tears. 
Add memories of lost love,
a pinch of personal humiliation and a teaspoon of deep regrets.
Add to that a cup of courage.
Leave it to soak for a few years and voila!
- darn it if you have not become wise.

Marianne Williamson

 

 

To achieve, stop talking about it and start getting it done. To achieve, stop seeing every obstacle as an excuse and start seeing those obstacles as forming a pathway to your goal.

To achieve, stop looking for a quick and easy shortcut. To achieve, start putting forth the diligent, sustained effort that will create real value.

To achieve, stop complaining about how things have been. To achieve, start making the most of what you have right now.

To achieve, stop using your own words and thoughts to put yourself down. To achieve, start expecting the best of yourself, and know that you're indeed fully capable of it.

To achieve, stop pretending that you are someone else. To achieve, get connected to the authentic, unique person you are.

To achieve, develop a vision so positive, meaningful and compelling that you simply cannot sit still. Then get up, go out and delight in creating your own special greatness for the world.

Ralph Marston