Motivation
7 Motivation Killers That Are Dragging You Down

I find that motivation can be a tricky thing.
We all want it. We set our goals. We have our dreams. And then we try to fill the gap by pouring in motivation.
But of course, it isn’t as easy as one might think. Being motivated can be hard. So ultimately, you’ve got to make sure you’re doing it right!
So here I will highlight the 7 motivation killers that are dragging you down. This should help you weed out the things that have been leaching on your motivation all this time.
What May Be Killing Your Motivation
1. People who put you down
Straight up. Avoid these people. They’re simply insecure to the point that they’ve to take it out on the world as they’re afraid of other people’s success.
Eliminate these people in your life and create a healthy environment for yourself.
2. Negative news
It’s a sad thing that most of the news we read today are just bad or sad. We’ve natural disasters, corrupted politicians and a random innocent victim who got robbed. It’s a small wonder people lose their confidence or even get depressed.
Do yourself a favour and stay away from the news. You may be “wired” to be attracted to bad news or drama, but why upset yourself further by reading up on such things? You don’t need a clear visual on what you already know is going on out there.
3. Friends who are way too comfortable
Sometimes, your close friends could be dragging you down. Sure, they’re there for you and provide you a comfortable relationship.
But that could be the problem. Too much comfort may be holding you back as you feel you need not push yourself since everyone around you is the same.
Remember: comfort and stability is overrated. Find people from other walks of life who can motivate you.
4. The past
Whatever that happened has happened. The past and its people stays there. It does not exist.
Don’t let time you’ve lived already lived through get you down. Stop thinking about it.
If anything, everything that was meant to happen was perfectly made to prepare you for the life you’re meant to live. So be present.
5. The future
And conversely, the future can be a big motivation killer.
Some of us tend to think too much and over analyze everything. As such, our expectations get out of hand.
You can’t ever predict the future. Even the most assured person in the world looks both ways when he crosses the road. So embrace uncertainty and just keep doing your best. The rest will take care of itself.
6. Thinking that trying is not enough
I personally disagree when people say something like, “Don’t try. Just do.”
First, it doesn’t make sense because everything starts from trying.
And secondly, there’s nothing wrong with trying. It’s certainly better than when you don’t at all.
So take it one step at a time. Try first, for failure only comes when you stop trying. Pretty soon, you’d have done many great things.
7. The chase
We often go awry when our eyes are on the prize, so much so we’re blind to everything else.
Be it money, love, status or whatever, we need to realize that there’s a fine line between having an aim and having an obsession. The latter is what a lot of us slide into.
Know this: Success doesn’t bring happiness, but happiness always brings success.
Once in a while, remember to instead enjoy the process, have some fun and not take life so seriously.
What has been a major motivation killer for you? I’d love to hear about your experiences in the comment section below.
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5 Ways To Achieve Your Goals (With Examples)

Setting goals is a crucial first step, whether you’re striving to reach personal or professional milestones. However, achieving those goals requires planning, determination, and focus. In this post, we’ll discuss five actionable strategies that can help you achieve your goals in 2023, and we’ll provide real-life examples to inspire and motivate you. By implementing these tips, you can train your brain to achieve your goals and make meaningful progress toward your aspirations.
1. Write Down Your Goals
The first thing needed to achieve a goal is to have one. A goal becomes very clear and precise once you have written it down most simply and easily to remember.
Here are some examples:
- I am the world’s best dancer!
- I am the greatest athlete!
- I have created the world’s most innovative tech company!
They are all written with the belief that these things have already happened. Once you start believing it has already happened, other people too can sense your confidence and things start happening.
“If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy and inspires your hopes.” — Andrew Carnegie
2. The One Page Plan
A simple one-page plan to accompany your goal is much more powerful than a detailed 30-page plan. After you have written your clear goal – write down all the things you will have to do to achieve it. Make it as simple and direct as possible so that you can refer to it every day and take action. A simple plan is easier to follow and keep up with.
3. Get The Right Skills
Once you have a clear goal that has been inked into your mind, and a clear plan in place, it is very important to invest in the skills you need to achieve your goal.
So for example, if you want to become a movie star, you should immediately start developing your acting skills. Observe how other actors perform, join an acting class, read about acting, and most importantly, start honing your craft by joining a local theatre group and going for as many auditions as you can. Practice is very important for mastering any skill.
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4. Surround Yourself With The Best People
The best way to achieve our goals is to make sure we have the best people supporting us. People who succeed are always those who understand the power of people.
So let’s say your goal is to be an entrepreneur and you have developed your entrepreneurial skills, the next step would be to get the best people to join your team to help you achieve your goal. These would be people who you consider to be the best marketers capable of getting you the best customers and investors.
Once you have the best people supporting you, it becomes much easier and faster to achieve your goals.
“It takes tremendous discipline to control the influence, the power you have over other people’s lives.” – Clint Eastwood
5. Power of Faith
Nothing beats the power of faith and belief. Sometimes you might face challenges, sometimes things might not be going your way, and you might feel like giving up – these are the times when faith and belief will keep you going.
So many people give up, just a few inches away from victory. I am sure you are not one of them since you are investing time into self-development which gives the highest returns! Now go out there and start achieving your goals!
Need more motivation? Read our blogs on motivation and become your best self now!
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