HOW TO GET YOURSELF MOTIVATED

 We need to ask ourselves first, do I really need to be motivated; do I really need to make an effort during times like these when I can do anything just from my bed? The answer is yes, and yes again. Whether we accept our new reality or not, time is still moving forward and so are our lives. It is important especially during these covid times that everyone not only stays vigilant but also carries out their duties fully so that we can return to our normal lives again.

The first challenge to overcome when trying to accomplish any task is to have the motivation to do so. In this article I will discuss the many practices you can adopt in order to give yourself the extra boost you need to undertake any activity.

For anyone during post covid times it has been exceptionally difficult to find and keep them motivated enough to do any task. Being confined to the four walls of your home living in your own comfort has become a huge obstacle for anyone trying to carry out their planned activities. In the recent year people around the world found themselves at the disposal of unfinished work and incomplete tasks that would later pile up to meet them the next day. Students have been in particular victims of this cage like environment where working and completing assignments is the new challenge. People of every profession have faced this same issue this entire year. Bringing everyone to the same conclusion, how to get you motivated.

So here are 6 tips to help you stay motivated even during tough times like today:

Writing down your goals

Writing down your goals can help give you a head start to your day and even keep you focused. This is because our mind is trained to understand plans and patterns quickly. This gives a person the initial confidence they need to start their tasks. A small To-do list can also be a good way to start.

Picture yourself achieving your goals

A very impractical approach to motivation but a far more effective one, this approach helps set your mental state to being active and focused before the day even begins. Before going to sleep some people try to visualize their activities for the following day which gives them a form of expectations to look forward to. This eagerness gives birth to a sort of motivation to get the tasks done as soon as possible achieving satisfaction among ourselves.

Trying something new

Trying new things always helps us develop a sort of adrenaline when we try them. Breaking our boring everyday routine, this step can help us move away from the normal restricting lifestyles and bring forward new habits and interests that we can carry along.

 At least sleep 7 hours a day

Sleep depravity has become a common problem for people during the current covid situation. This is because staying at home has created a confusing routine for everyone. Without having to leave the room or bed has made people lazy and disturbed their sleeping patterns. So in order to be able to carry out any tasks and find motivation to do them one must keep their sleep cycle intact. If sleeping at night is difficult try sleeping whenever you can but making sure that it is for at least 7 hours.

Listening to motivational music

Music has played a big role in keeping a person motivated. This is shown especially in gyms where only music that pumps and motivated the people working out is played. Try incorporating playlists with songs that give you a sense of inspiration and force getting your out of your bed. Here is a link to the Spotify HYPE playlist to help you get an idea of the type of songs you should be listening to.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX4eRPd9frC1m?si=pRdCIGnwR_yGZ-acfOVcLg

Keep pushing yourself out of the comfort zone

The biggest challenge you have to face right now is the ability to come out of your comfort zone while still being physically limited to the comfort of your own home. However, this too can be overcome by following at least one of the steps mentioned above or just mentally accepting that despite you being home, you still have a life to live and work that needs to be done. Regardless where you are or how you feel time will not stop for you until you decide to come out of your comfort zone. Keep taking risks and letting yourself grow and expand as a person.

Hopefully these tips help you understand that despite whatever conditions we are all living right now, there are still ways to get up and make the best of this!