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Use motivation-boosters to get organized
by Maria Gracia
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Everybody needs a little motivation sometimes, especially when it comes to
something that’s going to take a bit of effort to accomplish. When you need
a little boost of motivation to get something done, try these motivation-
boosters on for size.
1.
Set a small, do-able goal and give yourself permission to stop when
you reach it. If you want to organize ALL of your clothing (for example),
that doesn’t mean you have to do it all in one organizing session. Start
with one drawer or one small section of your clothes
closet…something that’s only going to take you 15 minutes or so. Give
yourself permission to stop, if you so choose, when that one goal has
been reached.
2.
Designate something fun to enjoy afterwards. I always find that if
something fun is on the horizon that I’m looking forward to, I’m more
apt to do what I have to do…so I can get to that fun…whatever that
may be. So, if I’m looking forward to sitting down to read the next
chapter in the novel I’m enjoying, I’m more motivated to organize a
shelf, respond to my email, clean the kitchen counter (whatever small
goal I’m trying to accomplish) so I can reap my reward (get to my
book.)
3.
Fuel up. I’m way more motivated to do something when I’m feeling
physically alert and energetic. What does diet, exercise, and sleep
have to do with getting organized? EVERYTHING. Because it’s very
hard for any of us to be motivated when we’re feeling sluggish. So, eat
nutritionally sound (avoid sugary foods and beverages…avoid heavy
meals), keep moving (the more you sit, the more tired you will be), and
get enough rest every night (at least 7 hours.)
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