Motivation Archives

Why a Consistent Schedule Is Important for Creative Work

Do you work on your creative pursuits only when inspiration strikes you? Do you tend to start more than you finish? Often, creatives are thought of as free and unstructured. But, successful creative professionals know the importance of a consistent schedule. Not only can a routine help you follow through and get things done, but it also can spark creativity and confidence. Read more to learn about the importance of a consistent schedule with insights from Gretchen Rubin and James Clear.

Fitness Discipline: 3 Ways to Boost Willpower & Stay on Track

How can you neutralize the urgency of temptations? What are some ways you can minimize distractions while you exercise? Even if you’re motivated to get and stay fit and have an excellent plan to do it, temptations can creep in and get you off track. Michael Matthews, a certified personal trainer and the founder of Legion Athletics, shares three tips to help you build up your willpower while you build up your body. Keep reading for this practical advice that will improve your fitness discipline.

The Importance of Mentors and How to Find the Right One

What’s the importance of mentors for your life and career? How can you find a mentor that will push you toward success? A mentor is someone who guides you through your career, academics, or life. They are likely people who have gone through the same experiences as you, which puts them in the optimal position to offer advice and support. Below we’ll go through the importance of mentors, how to find one, and what you can do to show your gratitude for their help.

Finding Motivation for Getting Fit: Your Mindset Is Half the Battle

Does your enthusiasm for nutrition and exercise tend to wane over time? How clear are you on your reasons for wanting to be healthy? Inconsistency equals zero. If you’re going to make any meaningful, lasting change, you have to stick with it. When it comes to your fitness journey, your mindset is half the battle. Enthusiasm and willpower will help you keep the commitments you make to yourself. Find motivation for getting fit with the following tips from personal trainer Michael Matthews.

How to Overcome Creative Blocks: 5 Challenges & Solutions

Do you feel like you don’t have enough time for creative work? Are you stuck on a project? How can creative blocks be turned into creative opportunities? Whether you’re a creative professional, an entrepreneur, or anyone seeking to reclaim their creativity, Manage Your Day-to-Day inspires you toward reaching your full potential. In the book, Mark McGuinness addresses five creative blocks and provides strategies to help you lean into these challenges. Keep reading to learn how to overcome creative blocks and break through toward success.

How to Stay Creative: 4 Ways to Maintain Your Inspiration

Do you make time for unstructured creativity? Do you tend toward perfectionism? How often do you unplug from technology? According to many creative professionals and productivity experts, creativity is the result of consistent work habits coupled with a creative mindset. You can foster such a mindset by prioritizing unstructured creativity, rejecting perfectionism, leaning into challenges, and taking opportunities to unplug. Keep reading to learn how to stay creative by following this recipe.

Robin Sharma’s The Everyday Hero Manifesto: Overview

What is The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma about? Do you want to release your inner hero? Robin Sharma’s The Everyday Hero Manifesto provides suggestions for strengthening your mind, body, and heart to fulfill your heroic potential. This is for you to realize that you can accomplish great things. Read below for a brief overview of The Everyday Hero Manifesto.

How to Reach Your Full Potential: Tips From Robin Sharma

Do you want to be an everyday superhero? How can you reach your full potential? Becoming a hero like The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma describes doesn’t require superpowers or extraordinary talents, but it does require work. We’ll go over Sharma’s suggestions for how to strengthen your mind, body, and heart to realize your full heroic potential. Let’s look at how to reach your full potential to help you succeed.

How to Preserve Your Mental Energy & Empower Your Mind

What is mental energy? How does empowering your mind keep you energized? Just like you need to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet in order to have a strong body, The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma says that you need to “feed” your mind with educational and empowering ideas in order to strengthen it. At the same time, you need to be aware of how much mental energy you’re using. Keep reading to learn how to use your mental energy wisely.

18 Procrastination Questions to Help You Stop Putting Things Off

Are you a serial procrastinator? A serial procrastinator who’s ready to turn things around and get things done? Nearly 95% of people say they procrastinate. That’s according to Piers Steel, the author of The Procrastination Equation. He defines procrastination as purposefully putting off tasks against your better judgment and contrary to your best interests. If this sounds familiar, you’ve come to the right place. Continue reading for several procrastination questions designed to help you examine and tackle your procrastination habit.