Things You'll Need:
- Positive Attitude
- A Dream
- Focus
- Initiative
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Step 1
Get inspiration. When we are inspired we can do great things. A big dream is a form of motivation that stirs us to act. If you do not have a dream here is how you get one. Think about something that you would like to be, do, or have. Once you list the reasons why you want it. Now you have your dream. Your reasons for wanting it fuels your inspiration. With high levels of inspiration comes high motivation levels. You are motivated to do the work necessary for the attainment of your dream.
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Step 2
Take the initiative. Begin by taking the first step. Step out on faith. Do not fret over taking the perfect steps. Just begin doing what you can to make your dream a reality. Get in the action mode. You can adjust and readjust along the way. Learn from your failures and keep moving forward. As you learn from your mistakes you will gain new skills as well as increased confidence.
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Step 3
Maintain focus. Keep your attention on what it is that you desire and off of what you don't want. Your focus needs to be centered on your desired outcome. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "We become what we think about all day long." Once you make obtaining your dream a burning obsession then that desire will drive you to act. You will be motivated to do what it takes to get what you want.
Comments
bakerthebrand said
on 8/13/2009 Great points here! Are you familiar with NLP? I see a lot of that in this post.
sweetspirit said
on 8/11/2009 Wonderful article. Thanks 5*****
sonni57 said
on 8/9/2009 If we are motivated we can do anything so it pays to motivate yourself no matter what it takes.
speedigast said
on 8/7/2009 Thank you for your help this is very good. 5*
MyJB said
on 7/31/2009 Really good article. I like number 1, because it tells us how to get started on the right foot. Thanks for sharing. 5*