motivation – Personal Growth Cafe

August 30, 2019March 26, 2018

My pot of gold awaits me at the end of the rainbow.

The great thing about my pot of gold being at the end of the rainbow is that I know my pot of gold is here already.

Where do rainbows end?

Right here on this earth!

Not in some imaginary magical place!

I need only to allow myself to see my reward and enjoy it to its fullest.

I have the power to take advantage of it any time I want to.

The beauty of life is all around me.

I can discover it by living in the moment and cherishing every blessing bestowed upon me.

Prosperity lies in living a fulfilling life.

When I am happy and fulfilled, I feel like the richest person in the world!

I know I am wealthy beyond belief in the things that matter the most.

Even so, there are times when extra money can make my life even better.

This, too, is within my reach if I allow it to be so.

If I want more money, I can take action to bring in more money.

If I desire a better job, I can find a way to make my skills more valuable in my field so a better position is possible for me.

If I want a new career, I can learn what I need.

If I want to start my own business, I can prepare appropriately and take action to make it happen.

Yes, my pot of gold awaits me, right here, and it is up to me to discover it!

Today, my plan is to take decisive action toward making my goals a reality.

How can you let yourself discover the beauty that’s all around you?

What action can you take today to move toward the life you desire?

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August 10, 2019March 26, 2018

Eight Simple Strategies to Motivate Your Children

Our children are one of the most important and precious people in our lives.

We want the best for them and hope they strive to do well in all things.

Children, just like adults, can develop motivational roadblocks that hold them back from achieving what they’re meant to do.

Since the inception of the Internet, television, video games, and social networking, motivating our children has gotten progressively more difficult.

To have them complete schoolwork, do some chores around the house, get more involved with school activities, or even just go outside to get some fresh air can be a struggle.

Here are some simple strategies you can use to help you motivate your children:

1. Praise your child for their accomplishments. When your child accomplishes something, no matter how big or small, be sure to express how proud you are of them.

If they know that they’ve made you happy, they’re more apt to strive to make that happen again.

2. Avoid focusing on the negative. We all make mistakes, so it’s much more productive not to harp on them.

You’ll receive much better results by focusing on what your child does well rather than the few mistakes they may make.

3. Show pride in your child’s work. Display a good grade or report card.

Placing their work on the refrigerator door, believe it or not, still works wonders!

When his accomplishments are proudly displayed, he’ll be motivated to achieve as much as he possibly can.

4. Brag. Call a grandparent, aunt, or uncle and tell them about your child’s recent accomplishment.

When your child sees that you take the time to make a special phone call because you’re so proud, it encourages them and boosts their confidence.

5. Use rewards. Every child likes to be rewarded for good work.

You can try things like a weekly allowance or a special treat, like a movie or ice cream, as a reward for good behavior.

Whatever the reward, children will strive to do their best to obtain these special treats.

This can be used for just about anything from a good grade to washing the family dog.

Children enjoy being able to receive something tangible for a job well done.

6. Show sincere enthusiasm in the things your child enjoys. As a child grows, his interests may change frequently.

As a parent, it’s important that you keep up with your child’s likes and dislikes.

7. Sit down and talk with your child. Find out why they’re interested in certain things and how you can help them with their activities.

If you show sincerity and really listen to what they’re telling you, it’ll be a big motivating factor.

8. Don’t overwhelm your child with goals. Naturally, we want our children to succeed, but sometimes we can overdo it.

After the homework, chores, and after-school activities, children deserve time to just be children.

If you give them some free time to do what they want, whether it be playing video games, watching television, or anything else they choose, it will keep them motivated to do other things as well.

Children are each a unique individual and have different interests and goals in life.

Though at times their motivation may waiver, we, as parents, will be there to point them in the right direction.

Using these motivation tips will make that process just a little bit easier!

When was the last time you spent time with your children?

How did you show them they are valued?

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July 21, 2019March 25, 2018

When you think you can’t, revisit a previous triumph. – Jack Canfield

July 6, 2019March 25, 2018

People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing, that’s why we recommend it daily. – Zig Ziglar

March 10, 2019March 13, 2018

I motivate myself to exercise regularly and keep in motion.

I am a winner with my stress-relieving exercise plan.

There are no excuses for me because I know that my routine has been helpful and needs to continue.

I have conquered and dismissed the idea that exercise is a chore.

I have mastered the regimen of staying fit.

Fitness is no longer a luxury for those who can afford it, but a necessity that enables me to live a long and full life.

I view the hard-breathing activity now as a part of a stress-free life, and it feels so good to use it each day to clear my mind.

I am now in charge of my physical destiny and I realize the tremendous benefit that my mind receives with each workout.

The world is not totally aware of this amazing gem, but I have made up my mind to stand out from the crowd.

I choose to be strong and healthy so I may live a healthy and vibrant life.

I am on a positive path and I will persist on my life journey.

I don’t seek to impress, but rather, I do this for me!

My mind is made up and I want to spread the word that exercise is the best gift you can give to yourself.

I reluctantly accepted it, but I am so glad I did.

How will you continue to be motivated?

How can you encourage others?

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February 8, 2019February 28, 2018

Motivating gets you going and habit gets you there. Make motivating a habit and you will get there more quickly and have more fun on the trip. – Zig Ziglar

November 27, 2018February 19, 2018

Five Ways of Boosting Morale in the Workplace

In the current economic atmosphere, you may be wondering if you’ll have a job next week.

Add to that the normal daily pressures of work and you’re likely to be in a bit of a slump.

You and your colleagues may be unmotivated and unproductive, but there are things you can do to boost morale in your workplace and see everyone’s productivity soar!

Try these techniques to bring more motivation to your workplace:

1. Get to know your colleagues. Perhaps you don’t really know your coworkers!

Do you know them on a personal level or just as professionals?

When you make an effort to learn more about them, you may discover what motivates them. It also makes them feel valued.

2. Recognize your colleague’s birthdays. Birthday cake always lightens the mood!

Your office will be glad that you care enough about them to recognize their special day.

Ask about their personal lives. Are they married?

Do they have children?

What are their hobbies?

These types of questions let you know about them as individuals.

If you don’t remember things well, make notes and keep it in a file.

Recognize personal and professional accomplishments.

You might be surprised how a coworker is motivated when they know their team acknowledges and rewards the work they’ve done.

Create an appreciation program. Choose someone as employee-of-the-month.

Hang their photo in the lounge until the next is chosen.

Write them a personal thank you note if they’ve done something particularly impressive.

You may also include a gift certificate or send something in recognition of their hard work.

3. Take them out to lunch. You don’t have to leave the office if time is short; instead, order pizza or have lunch catered every so often.

They’ll be able to relax and enjoy their work environment more when given a chance to socialize.

4. Give them a voice. Create a satisfaction survey. These may even be done anonymously.

Be sure to address any perceived problems quickly and thoroughly for the best results.

Hold staff meetings regularly. This will give staff an opportunity to learn about the company’s status as well as voice any questions they may have.

Ask for feedback if changes have to be made.

Ask others what type of training they may need to do their job better.

By offering continuing training, you’ll prove that your team is valuable to you, and you’ll do your business a great service by having top-notch, highly trained workers.

5. Offer financial rewards. Everyone likes to get a little extra in his or her paycheck from time to time.

Perhaps there’s a way to incorporate a performance bonus to boost morale.

Talk with the employees and get their ideas. Seriously consider putting a rewards program into place.

You may be surprised at what they come up with, and it might not be as expensive as you imagined!

When morale and productivity begin to wane, it’s important to let your employees know you value them.

Sure, they get paid for the work they do every week, but sometimes they need a little pick-me-up.

Rewards don’t have to be elaborate or expensive.

A little bit of recognition can go a long way to improving the atmosphere in your workplace.

Give them the respect they deserve. Use these ways of boosting morale in the workplace and before you know it, your employees will have smiles on their faces and motivation on their mind!

How important is having a good morale while at work?

How can this help you become more effective?

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May 13, 2018January 7, 2018

Ability is what you are capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. – Lou Holtz

May 6, 2018January 7, 2018

Self-Motivation Strategies – How to Get Motivated, Quickly and Easily

Getting the motivation to do something – whether it’s a trip to the kitchen or to pursue your dream career – seems easy enough, but few can sustain the motivation to follow-through consistently.

There’s always too much to do.

The task is too big. Tomorrow’s a better day to get started.

Right?

There are a million reasons we don’t act, but almost always the consequences of our inaction are guilt and regret.

You’ll be glad to discover that you can stop that vicious cycle of inaction and regret and become the self-motivated person you always wanted to be!

Here are some excellent tips on how to motivate yourself, even when you’ve hit a setback, are in a slump, or haven’t even begun to figure out what you want from life:

Focus on just one goal at a time.

Even if you’re working toward improving several areas of your life, focus on each goal separately.

This helps to keep you from feeling overwhelmed and prevents you from giving up before you get started.

Flush out everything else from your mind, and keep your energies focused on the one goal.

Develop a tunnel vision focus to tune out unimportant tasks and distractions.

Envision results. Remembering why you’re inspired in the first place will refresh your motivation towards attaining your goal.

Think of how your life will be changed and improved once you achieve this goal.

Start small. Determine the tasks necessary to reach your goal. Now divide these tasks into a series of smaller tasks.

Continue this process until you’ve obtained tasks that you know you can accomplish. It’s like bite-size chunks.

When the chunks are small enough, you know you won’t be biting off more than you can chew at one time!

Attaining many small goals on your way to the big goal keeps you happy and motivated with constant successes.

Talk to friends, coworkers, and experts in the area you seek to master.

Get them to share tips, advice and experiences they’ve had that can help you to reach your goal.

Surrounding yourself with people who have the same goals – or have already attained them – will inspire you to act.

Tell people about your goals. By telling people about your goal, you are making a pact that you will follow-through.

Tell your friends, family and coworkers to energize your motivation.

Dedicate daily time. Dedicate a certain amount of time each day specifically to furthering this goal.

Investing time in attaining your goal every day will keep it in your mind as positive action.

Positive action propels success and diminishes doubts and regret.

Research industry or topic books, blogs and forums.

Anything you do to make yourself more knowledgeable about your goal can inspire you to act.

Reward yourself. When you accomplish a step or a positive outcome in your goal plan, reward yourself with a nice dinner or something that will make you feel special.

Learn from your mistakes. First, recognize that you will make mistakes and accept this. Second, take the opportunity to learn what to do (or not to do) the next time.

Analyzing how to fix the error will push you forward with greater confidence.

Replace negativity with positive thoughts and actions.

We all encounter those negative thoughts that tell us to give up, but knowing how to counteract them will keep you on track toward your goal.

Your mindset and attitude determine the positive or negative outcome of any situation.

Keep those positive thoughts and actions coming and success will surely follow.

Negativity is not reality unless you make it so.

Self-motivation begins with the end in mind, and the only person who can get you there is you!

By using this combination of tips and techniques, you can motivate yourself to take action toward your goals.

You’ll be proud of yourself for doing something positive to make your life better.

Plus, you’ll develop a mindset that will serve you well into the future for achieving more and more of what you want out of life!

How easily are you motivated?

What is your source of motivation during difficult days?

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January 23, 2018January 5, 2018

The Power of Motivating Imagery

Do you suddenly feel a surge of energy when look at a picture of your children?

Do you ever see a picture and remember that that is why you are working so hard every day?

The power of motivating imagery is immense and can work for you in your everyday life, no matter what your struggles are.

The right image can help you get through almost anything.

Using Motivating Imagery Wherever You Go

Where do you turn when you’re at home and you need a bit of motivation?

You may have pictures of your family or perhaps pictures from a previous vacation.

You can look at those to remind yourself why you do what you do.

It usually isn’t difficult to find motivation when you’re at home because you’re in the midst of all that you’ve worked hard to accomplish.

But what happens when you’re at work and dreading every minute of it?

When you’re at work and your boss has just finished his annoying rant, or your co-worker just finished disturbing your peace, you need a quick source of motivation to keep pushing forward.

Where can you find that burst of energy when you’re in the middle of a busy workday?

You don’t have to look any further than your computer for all the motivating imagery you need.

Escape From Stress With Motivating Computer Wallpaper Backgrounds

You can download motivating wallpapers to your computer desktop so when you’re in the middle of those stressful moments, you have a source at your fingertips to inspire and motivate you.

These inspirational images can serve as a powerful reminder of why you work so hard.

If nothing else, you can lose yourself in the image for just a moment.

This can help ground you and let you see the world in a different light.

A moment of refreshment recharges you and gives you the power to attack your to-do lists in a positive and systematic way.

There are many types of inspirational wallpapers for you to choose from.

Many of them are simply an inspirational image, while others combine a quote or affirmation with a scenic picture.

These can be very powerful because they use images and words, the two things that the mind responds to the best.

When you’re having a hard time, you can look at the picture and escape from the whirlwind that surrounds you.

As you do this, you’ll begin to feel peace return to your life in the matter of a few seconds.

Motivating imagery can work wonders.

Whether you’re sitting in your office or away on business, you may just need something calming, familiar, and reassuring to bring back your motivation and inner peace.

The great thing about the wallpapers is that they don’t take up any space, they’re often free, and no one has to know they’re there.

You can use these images whenever you’re at your computer and need a helping hand.

This is a quick and easy tool that has the power to recharge your batteries during a tough day.

What do you contribute to the world?

How are you tuning in to the right voice?

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