So you're all on here looking for that spark of motivation. You know, motivation is a funny thing.
It’s like trying to find a parking spot in the city. Elusive, frustrating, and often occupied by someone who got there first.
People always say, ‘You’ve got to believe in yourself.’ Sounds simple, right? Believe in yourself.
I’ve been trying to believe in myself for years. But sometimes it feels like believing in Big foot. Lots of anecdotal evidence but no hard proof. Self-belief is that little voice inside that says, ‘You can do it!’
It’s also the same voice that says, ‘You should have a second doughnut.’ So clearly, it’s not always the most reliable guide.
Everyone loves talking about goals. ‘Set your goals,’ they say. ‘Write them down.’ I’ve got goals. I’ve got goals written on sticky notes all over my house. My fridge looks like a stationery store exploded.
‘Lose weight, get fit, learn Spanish.’ And you know what? My fridge is still full, my running shoes are still pristine, and the only Spanish I know is ‘siesta.’
They say you should break your goals into small, manageable steps. That’s great advice. Unless, of course, you’re me, in which case ‘small steps’ include walking from the couch to the kitchen.
I once read a motivational quote that said, ‘The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.’ Well, I took that single step and tripped over the cat.
What about those motivational speakers who tell you to wake up at 5 am. Have you heard this one? ‘Start your day at 5 am and you’ll be ahead of the game.’ Sure, if the game is ‘fall asleep at your desk by 2 pm.’ I tried the 5 am thing once.
I woke up, sat on the edge of my bed, and thought, ‘Now what?’ Turns out the world doesn’t need you to be productive at that hour.
The only thing open is a questionable roadside cafe and the likelihood of existential dread.
I know there are some genuinely motivated people out there. They run marathons, start businesses, and have children, all before breakfast.
These people are like unicorns to me. Majestic, inspiring, and completely mythical. I once asked a highly motivated friend how she does it. She said, ‘Discipline. It’s all about discipline.’ Well, my idea of discipline is not eating the entire pizza in one sitting.
Let's not forget the latest craze: mindfulness. ‘Be present in the moment,’ they say. ‘Embrace the eternal now.’
I tried mindfulness. I really did. I sat there, in the lotus position, breathing deeply, trying to clear my mind. But you know what? The only thing I could think about was how uncomfortable the floor was and whether or not I’d paid my water bill.
So, where does that leave us? We’ve tried the self-belief, the goals, the early mornings, the mindfulness.
What’s left? I’ll tell you what’s left. Realism. Accept that some days you’ll feel like you can conquer the world, and other days, just getting through without strangling someone with their own lanyard is an achievement.
In the end, maybe the secret to motivation isn’t about grand gestures or dramatic changes. Maybe it’s about finding joy in the little victories. Like getting out of bed, making it through a Monday, or resisting that second doughnut.
Keep going, keep laughing, and remember, if all else fails, there’s always doughnuts.
If you lack the motivation to write, contact a UK based content writer like me.
Comments