Pillars of Motivation

<p> Do you ever wake up in the morning, and the last thing you want to do is get out of bed? How about the mornings when you wake up, hop out of bed ready to take on the world? What's the difference between those two scenarios? </p> <p><b>Motivation.</b> </p> <p>Motivation compels us to set objectives and, more importantly - forces us towards them. If you want to know how to tap into the power of motivation, then listen to the following tips. </p> <p><b>Know What You Want</b></p> <p>What is the point of motivation if you don't know what you want? Without having a clear vision of exactly what you desire, you won't be able to build up enough stimulus to get through the obstacles you are sure to face. </p> <p><b>Know Why You Want It</b></p> <p>This step is just as important as knowing what you want. Why do you want to reach specific goals? What will it mean to your life? Think about all the people you don't want to let down in your life. These are the "<b>whys,</b>" and they are essential. </p> <p><b>Set Goals That Excite You</b></p> <p>It's beneficial to set reasonable goals that are easy to reach, and I would never suggest stopping that. However, it can also help to set some relatively wild or audacious goals. These goals might seem out of reach right now, but the allure of reaching them in the future might motivate you in the present.</p> <p><b>Measure Your Results</b></p> <p>Tracking and measuring your progress is key to motivation, and your motivation will naturally rise when you can genuinely see your efforts paying off. If you don't track and measure, how else will you know if you are making progress?</p> <p><b>Reward Yourself </b></p> <p>If you are tracking your improvement, make sure you reward yourself. Rewarding yourself will ensure that you stay motivated. You are more likely to keep plugging away when you can see that reward getting closer and closer.</p> <p><b>Use Your Social Circle </b></p> <p>Building accountability through your social circle is a great idea. When you have a big go