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Understanding the concept of the self
The importance of living in the present moment
The illusion of control
1. Just start! Take small steps
Most of the time, just getting started is the hardest part. Therefore make the effort to just do one tiny action.
Lets say you have been putting off something. Tell yourself that you will do it for 5 minutes. Doing this will bring you in momentum & inculcate the motivation to continue.
Do the thing that matters most at the beginning of the day. It will set you in a good tone for the day.
This is much better than starting your day with social media which can put you in that unmotivated state.
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2. Focus on the "Why"
List the pros and cons of you remaining in this lazy state. In your list try to answer some simple questions like:
- What would your life be like if you continue on the path you are on?
- How will it effect you and the people around you?
- How will your life look in the fut...
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4. Organize And Declutter
If your surroundings are always in a mess, it can have a negative impact on your motivation.
Whatever it is that needs organizing, do it!
Maybe it's your desk or your whole house. Or it could be your routine. When you get rid of this deterrent, you will start to fee...
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3. Who Do You Spend Time With?
If the people you surround yourself with are a bit lazy, then it's easy to be influenced by them and adapt to their way of thinking.
If you spend time in consuming books and podcasts by created by enthusiastic people, it will influence your thinking and your mood.
Think abo...
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5 Ways to end laziness
Do you want to stop being lazy and finally start taking action? But it feels like you just haven't got the motivation or the energy. If this sounds like you, then read on.
No one likes being lazy. Of course, having one lazy day a week is fine. Everyone needs a day off...
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5. Bring That Passion Back
Were you passionate about what you are working on at the start, but now you don't feel the same way?
Sometimes even the things we love can become mundane.
At this point, it becomes very important to remind yourself why you started it in the first place. Re...
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The key: only do 20 minutes in the beginning, and do it nice and easy. Nothing hard. Even 10-15 minutes is fine at first if you’re just starting out.
When you feel overwhelmed, start with small steps
When you feel that you are unable to do even a menial task, your motivation is your biggest friend.
When a huge project is given to you and it feels overwhelming, give yourself some time to examine the project and break it down to bite-sized piece that you can take on. At the end o...
Limit your planning time and take action
Committing to action means you never stop pushing.
Think of something you can do right now to take even the smallest step towards achieving your most important goal. The answer should be something simple that can be done in the next 30 minutes. Then act on it immediately. ...
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