Self motivation is a gateway to self esteem and success. It is difficult to maintain for the simple reason that negativity is everywhere, which makes you insecure and kills creativity. Good ideas are criticized by the negativity of others who do not share our goals and ideals. It is easy to get discouraged, but the self motivated person gains from it and turns it into something positive. Check out these ideas to keep your motivation high.

Be aware of your self concept. Understand yourself. Plan your tasks and work methods around your strengths and weaknesses. So what if your co-worker does it differently. That is what works for him, not necessarily for you. You produce more efficiently if you take the time to customize everything around you.

Track your achievements. Put your goals on paper. Now cross them off when you are finished and congratulate yourself for a job well done every single time. If you do not realize what you are accomplishing, you will get in a rut and face each day with dread rather than excitement. (more…)

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