The 13 Laws of Motivation:
The key to motivation is first choosing to move forward; it doesn't matter whether we are talking about cleaning the kitchen, a cluttered room, or creating a workable money management plan. Change most often arises when we are "sick and tired of being sick and tired". Some people live in a washing machine-- they create turmoil, get accustomed to the froth, twists and turns, and can't get out because they lack the useful tools and support. So, what do you do if you are on probation and need some help? You help yourself by asking questions and getting up and doing something about your challenges-- one at a time.
However, people who succeed at creating change, the same people you admire, don't wait to get to that point. They MAKE things happen, and they use positive energy to create more of the same. They know the secret is motivation! Think about it-- if negativity breeds more of the same, shouldn't positive thinking create more positivity? With that said, do you know what motivates you best? If you don't, here is your "toolbox homework"; use this list to identify your favorite motivation factors and use them to create positive changes in your life. By doing so, more good things will happen. Wouldn't that be terrific? . . . to create positive change? Who can't use more GOOD in their life?
When you create something terrific, something you weren't sure you could do, please get back to me by posting a comment here, or call me at the West LEARN Center. I would love to hear your good news!
1. The Law of Taste. Motivation comes from wanting something so bad you can taste it.
2. The Law of a Way. When you want something this much you can always find a way.
3. The Law of Leverage. Here are some questions that can give you leverage to get motivated: If I keep on going the way I am going, what will my life be like 6 months from now? In a year? In 3 years? In 5 years?
4. The Law of Music. Surround yourself with music that motivates you.
5. The Law of State. Being motivated is simply a state of mind and nothing more. Reflect on the times in your life when you were the most motivated. Notice what you were thinking, how you carried yourself, what you focused on, what you spent your time doing.
6. The Law of Trying. The three words used most often by the unmotivated are, "Well, I tried". Do a little experiment with me. Try to pick up the newspaper you are reading. Did you pick it up? You either picked it up or you didn't. Either one is an outcome, a result. Trying is not an outcome or result, it's an excuse.
7. The Law of Doing. Dare to do! What's daring about doing? Everything! Most people just think, wish, dream, or talk about doing. It's the rare person who dares to do.
8. The Law of Momentum. Motivation and momentum follow doing. Once you begin doing, something very interesting happens. Momentum begins to build, and things that up until now seemed insurmountable become the next challenge, that when accomplished, builds even more momentum.
9. The Law of a Kick in the Pants. We all need a kick in the pants from time to time. The enemies of motivation (laziness, distraction, feeling overwhelmed, etc) attack each one of us. A swift kick, whether from a friend, a boss, a family member, or best of all, from ourselves, can get us back in the game.
10. The Law of Desperation. Some people are only motivated by a sense of desperation. While it may work for some people, it doesn't appear to be a very successful way to live.
11. The Law of Inspiration. A more empowering source of motivation is inspiration. This is because with inspiration the motivation comes from inside us. Desperation usually comes from an outside source, and becomes a "have to". Inspiration is a choice we make, and is therefore a "want to", or better yet, a "get to".
12. The Law of Design. Have you ever considered what it might be like to design a life? Most of us get so caught up in making a living that we never think about designing a life. So, consider the question: "What would motivate you more, making a living or designing a life?"
13. The Law of a Dream. Most people remain unmotivated because they are not pursuing a big enough dream or have no dream at all. If you have a big and compelling enough idea, the motivation will come naturally.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to commit yourself to making a goal come true? Choosing to move forward really is such a relief. If you think about it, trying is weak isn't it? Doin' feels soooo much beettterrr! Remember, "If we keep on doin' what we always done, we'll keep on gettin' what we always got." What is it that you want? All you gotta do is 'choose'.
4. The Law of Music. Surround yourself with music that motivates you.
5. The Law of State. Being motivated is simply a state of mind and nothing more. Reflect on the times in your life when you were the most motivated. Notice what you were thinking, how you carried yourself, what you focused on, what you spent your time doing.
6. The Law of Trying. The three words used most often by the unmotivated are, "Well, I tried". Do a little experiment with me. Try to pick up the newspaper you are reading. Did you pick it up? You either picked it up or you didn't. Either one is an outcome, a result. Trying is not an outcome or result, it's an excuse.
7. The Law of Doing. Dare to do! What's daring about doing? Everything! Most people just think, wish, dream, or talk about doing. It's the rare person who dares to do.
8. The Law of Momentum. Motivation and momentum follow doing. Once you begin doing, something very interesting happens. Momentum begins to build, and things that up until now seemed insurmountable become the next challenge, that when accomplished, builds even more momentum.
9. The Law of a Kick in the Pants. We all need a kick in the pants from time to time. The enemies of motivation (laziness, distraction, feeling overwhelmed, etc) attack each one of us. A swift kick, whether from a friend, a boss, a family member, or best of all, from ourselves, can get us back in the game.
10. The Law of Desperation. Some people are only motivated by a sense of desperation. While it may work for some people, it doesn't appear to be a very successful way to live.
11. The Law of Inspiration. A more empowering source of motivation is inspiration. This is because with inspiration the motivation comes from inside us. Desperation usually comes from an outside source, and becomes a "have to". Inspiration is a choice we make, and is therefore a "want to", or better yet, a "get to".
12. The Law of Design. Have you ever considered what it might be like to design a life? Most of us get so caught up in making a living that we never think about designing a life. So, consider the question: "What would motivate you more, making a living or designing a life?"
13. The Law of a Dream. Most people remain unmotivated because they are not pursuing a big enough dream or have no dream at all. If you have a big and compelling enough idea, the motivation will come naturally.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to commit yourself to making a goal come true? Choosing to move forward really is such a relief. If you think about it, trying is weak isn't it? Doin' feels soooo much beettterrr! Remember, "If we keep on doin' what we always done, we'll keep on gettin' what we always got." What is it that you want? All you gotta do is 'choose'.
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