When it is a new year our first thoughts are what goals are we going to accomplish this year. What are our goals? Is it to diet like it normally is around this time? Is it to travel? Spend more time with loved ones? Whatever your goal is for the new year we all have a similar question when we are starting no matter how many times we get to this new year we still wonder where to start. We have ideas of what we want to do, goals we want to get to and yet we are wondering how to start and when to start? The answer to the second question is now. The time to start is now not later because we don’t want to fall into the cycle of “I will get to it soon” then another year rolls in and you still haven’t gotten to it. Start now.
As for the answer to the first question, I am going to break it down for you in this article. Here are things you can do now to start achieving your goals. Let’s get started!
Make a List of Your Goals
Who loves lists? I do! Shopping lists, life lists, dream lists. I love them all. Having a list of goals everything really does help you but only if you can see it. If you make a list and never see it, it will go to the back of your brain. If you write a list plaster it everywhere. I am talking about your office board or sticky note it on your computer screen and place it on your fridge. Those are the most common places we usually go around our homes. When you keep seeing this list over and over again it not only keeps ups remembering that we need to get to it but also gives the motivation to do so.
Minimize Distractions
TV, phone or radio can sometimes cause you to be distracted. Try having these things off at the time prior to heading out to do your goal. It is ever so easy to see a show on and immediately want to sit down and watch it. Take notifications off your phone or turn your phone to silent so that you can’t hear it. Have a schedule and stick to it. Let family members and friends know that you are unavailable during this time and only available for emergencies only. Consider waking up early or at least getting out of your pajamas in the morning. The simple thing about changing your clothes gets you motivated for the day. When you apply these simple do this you also help to eliminate procrastination.
Find your Squad
Sometimes we don’t want to do goals by ourselves. Not everyone has that self-motivation which is completely fine. There is one way to solve that problem and that is having a group or a friend right there with you gives your that fuel of motivation. It is always nice to have that cheerleader next to you that helps you or even encourages you or gives you that competitive edge. Not only does this give you the motivation that you desire but you have someone to lean on to really push you to the finish line of your goal.
Personal Progress Check-ins
It is always good to have check-ins with yourself. How much have you done? Are you staying on your path? Any obstacles in your way? What are the excuses holding you back? When you have personal progress check-ins with yourself you are seeing how far along you are. If you have goals that were needed to be done in a year, check in on yourself toward the halfway mark. You really examine yourself to see if everything is going the way you have planned it and if it is not then this is the time to readjust yourself and correct things so that you continue on your goals.
Motivation Reward
Motivation rewards not only just work or kids but for adults too! Who doesn’t love something fabulous at the end of the finish line? However, you do not only have to wait until the end, you can keep yourself motivated when you reward yours by achieving certain milestones. It takes self-discipline to achieve what you are doing so give yourself a pat on the back. After all, you are the one working hard and doing this. Some ways you can treat yourself is a favorite dessert, night out, spa day or just a simple day of resting (aka lazy day). You deserve it.
Conclusion
There you have it! We broke down five ways for you to start achieving your goals right now, right this minute! Are you excited? By using these simple options towards your life, you will have everything you really need to get you started on your goals. You can do this! Don’t let your excuses get in your way. This is a new year for a new you. Get out there and get those goals accomplished.
