Category: Need Help Not Giving Up?

The one motivational secret you never hear people talking about

motivational tactics
competition is simply a motivational tactic, not an end goal

 

The one motivational secret you never hear people talking about?

The ebb and flow of motivation. It is part of the journey.

When in the dip, don’t quit.

When on top, don’t get hurt.

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Itching to get back on top. It’s been six years. Finished next to last at Nationals. Loved it!

Floundering is easy without a serious goal and a deadline

motivation
you should watch your motivation like a hawk, lest you become a victim

Floundering is easy without a serious goal and a deadline. As someone who’s struggled like everyone else and constantly tempted by the same worn out excuses… experience reveals a harsh reality:

Without a clear, concise, and compelling wellness goal, we will flounder, and most likely fail.

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PS. Photo taken yesterday in our drive, returning from errands.

Heck no, it’s not easy – and how to overcome this

determination
they only quit (close) for a few hours each morning

Last night I couldn’t wait to go for a five-mile run this morning. This morning, at the one mile mark, wanted to stop and walk. Suddenly, the desire to run five miles had trickled down to turn around and go back – too much to do today and running takes time away from the to-do list.

Modified the route and met halfway. Instead of the original 50 minutes or the spontaneous 20 minutes, logged 37 minutes. To overcome quitting, make compromises when necessary. But never quit.

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If we’re not stressed out everyday, we are lucky

look... stop making excuses
look… stop making excuses

If we’re not stressed out everyday, we are lucky. Many folks think others have it all figured out. Too funny. No one is immune from the burdens and troubles of the world. No one.

Note to self: Please don’t use it as an excuse to not eat well, exercise regularly, and get adequate rest. Please.

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