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Top 10 Tips to Successfully Set Goals and Accomplish Them

VERY GOOD PRODUCTIZED GUIDES • 19 implied HN points • 21 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Goal setting Personal Development Motivation Health Management
  1. Writing down your goals helps you stay committed and clear about what you want to achieve. Take a few quiet minutes each day to jot down your thoughts and plans.
  2. Be specific with your goals and set a deadline. It's important to know exactly what you want and when you want to achieve it to stay on track.
  3. Review your progress along the way and celebrate small wins. This keeps you motivated and shows you how far you've come on your journey.

The Big Lie About Success

The Leadership Lab • 118 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellbeing Happiness Strengths Self-Improvement Motivation
  1. Success does not guarantee enduring happiness - beware of the Arrival Fallacy that assumes achieving a goal will bring lasting joy.
  2. Believing in the Arrival Fallacy can lead to a constant feeling of something missing, as true happiness requires a different mindset than just striving for success.
  3. Use the Arrival Fallacy as a short-term motivator, but focus on developing contentment and happiness for long-term well-being.

Grit in action

10x your mind • 139 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Persistence Passion Success
  1. Passion can fuel determination and grit, even in the face of challenges. Enjoying what you're doing can be a powerful motivator to keep going.
  2. Consistent practice and effort lead to progress and success. Embracing failures as part of the learning process is key.
  3. Obstacles become easier to overcome when you have a genuine passion for what you're pursuing. Passion acts as a resilience booster.
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Life's a Wick 🍿 — Dodging boredom with movie tickets and rewards

10x your mind • 139 implied HN points • 11 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Rewards Motivation Self-care Personal Development
  1. Taking breaks and rewarding yourself with enjoyable activities can boost motivation and recharge your brain.
  2. Using rewards strategically can help in completing mundane tasks by releasing dopamine and increasing motivation.
  3. Rewards should be used thoughtfully, given on a timely basis, and tailored to individual preferences to be effective in maintaining motivation.

🤹🏽 The Builders Trilemma: Three things that are Killing Your Creative Spirit.

Day One • 359 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Motivation Purpose Fear Ego
  1. Lack of clarity can hold you back - make sure you understand why you're working on something and what your goals are.
  2. Fear can stop you from achieving your potential - learn strategies to overcome fear and move forward.
  3. Ego can be a silent enemy - recognize how your self-perception affects your success and work on conquering your ego.

Health Homework (32) Learn to use the bipolarity of INSPIRATION and OPPOSITION to (Re)Fuel your Motivation

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 58 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Exercise Books Self-Improvement Mindfulness
  1. Using opposition as a spark for motivation and action is an effective strategy.
  2. Interacting with motivational material like books can provide perspective and insights.
  3. Personal evaluation and comparison of motivational resources can help in determining their utility for individual growth.

The confusing battle of hard work and regret

Uneasy’s Substack • 19 implied HN points • 23 May 24
📖 Philosophy Self-Improvement Motivation Mental health Work ethic
  1. It's important to push through hard work instead of giving in to life's distractions. Focusing on meaningful activities can help build a better future.
  2. Future regret can be a strong motivator. Being aware of what you don't want for your life can encourage you to take action now.
  3. Delayed gratification matters. Choosing to do things like reading or exercising instead of mindless scrolling can lead to more fulfilling outcomes.

The Many Layers of Motivation

The Leadership Lab • 98 implied HN points • 10 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Self-awareness Goal setting
  1. Motivation is a fleeting emotional state that cannot be relied on, so waiting for motivation to come may hinder progress.
  2. True motivation often comes from taking action, aligning with values and purpose, rather than waiting for motivation to strike.
  3. Understanding intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, adjusting goals realistically, and aligning tasks with desired outcomes can help drive motivation.

Countdown

Splattern • 59 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Running Fitness Lifestyle Motivation Health
  1. Starting new goals on January 1 can feel fresh and symbolic, making it easier to stick to them.
  2. Having a clear deadline can help keep you focused and professional about your goals.
  3. Setting small, daily commitments can eliminate the pressure of big New Year's resolutions and help you stay consistent.

Want to Shake Up Your Life? Create an 'Artificial Beginning'

The Profile • 59 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-Improvement Mental health Wellness Motivation
  1. Creating artificial beginnings can help create a 'before' and 'after' effect in your life.
  2. Setting practical and difficult-to-abandon goals is more effective than simply making resolutions.
  3. Starting something new, even if it makes you feel incompetent at first, is essential for building confidence and mental toughness.

Summon motivation at will

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Mind-Body Connection Personal Development
  1. The 3C Model of Motivation breaks down motivation into three key elements: Head, Heart, and Hand.
  2. The ideal scenario for peak motivation is when a task aligns with all three elements of the 3C Model - Head, Heart, and Hand.
  3. For tasks that lack full alignment with the 3C Model, strategies like finding enjoyment, improving skills, or reprioritizing can help boost motivation.

Rejection

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 25 implied HN points • 25 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Nutrition Self-Improvement Motivation Personal Development
  1. Rejection can hurt, even when you expect it. It's normal to feel down after being turned away, but it's important to keep moving forward.
  2. Reflecting on your 'why' can help regain motivation. Understanding the purpose behind your ideas can provide clarity and strength to persist.
  3. Sharing your feelings about rejection can be helpful. Writing about experiences can lead to self-reflection and new ideas for improvement.

Boosting productivity with the FUI framework

10x your mind • 59 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Productivity Mindfulness Self-care Time management Motivation
  1. Boost productivity with the FUI framework by creating a table with columns 'What', 'Why', 'F', 'U', and 'I' to prioritize tasks.
  2. Focus on tasks that are feasible, urgent, and important (FUI) to achieve maximum productivity.
  3. Take breaks, stay hydrated, and celebrate accomplishments to maintain motivation and productivity throughout the day.

The book with my name in it

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-help Inspiration Mental health Motivation Personal Development
  1. Writing something that inspires others can lead to unexpected and meaningful connections, like having your name mentioned in a book
  2. Receiving or giving a good pep talk can help in improving confidence and motivation, especially when facing setbacks
  3. Key elements of a good pep talk include purpose, empathy, and providing perspective or direction tailored to the audience

The "Macros" for healthy engineering teams - part 1: Carbs

The Healthy Engineering Leader • 19 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
💼 Business Team Dynamics Leadership Motivation Performance Collaboration
  1. Just like our bodies need carbs for energy, engineering teams need motivation to stay productive and innovative. Motivation drives teamwork and helps in overcoming challenges.
  2. Understanding and recognizing the importance of tasks keeps team members engaged, similar to how complex carbs provide lasting energy. When people see their work as meaningful, they stay motivated longer.
  3. Effective coordination within a team acts like fiber in our diet, helping everything run smoothly. Good teamwork and communication lead to better performance, especially in remote settings.

The Gamification of Creativity: Unlocking Potential in the Workplace

UX Psychology • 39 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
💼 Business Creativity Motivation Incentives Research Innovation
  1. Consider implementing gamification with elements like points, badges, and leaderboards to boost creativity more effectively than relying solely on monetary rewards.
  2. When motivating for creativity, excess monetary rewards may not yield better results. Focus on fostering meaning, autonomy, and purpose in tasks instead.
  3. Applying moderate pressure through aspects like performance penalties or time constraints can increase focus, effort, and creative output when used thoughtfully.

The Science of Daily Distractions.

Day One • 539 implied HN points • 15 May 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Productivity Growth Motivation Distractions
  1. Living in today's world means being surrounded by limitless distractions that can hinder focus and productivity.
  2. To eliminate distractions, consider physical separation from tempting items like phones and optimizing your online environment.
  3. Challenging oneself, embracing discomfort, and connecting with high-performing individuals are key to personal growth and achieving greatness.

Going It Alone: The Truth About Building a Successful Business as a Solopreneur

layoffpreneur • 39 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Challenges Tips Success Stories Motivation
  1. Building a successful business as a solopreneur is achievable with the right mindset, tools, and strategies.
  2. Solopreneurship offers benefits like autonomy in decision-making and the flexibility to work from anywhere.
  3. Challenges of solopreneurship include lack of support, resources, and the risk of burnout, but tips like focusing on strengths, building a support network, and prioritizing self-care can help overcome them.

Getting Out of a Rut and What I've Learned!

Uneasy’s Substack • 2 HN points • 01 Aug 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Life Skills Personal Growth Motivation
  1. Getting out of a rut can be really challenging, especially when you know what you should be doing but feel stuck. It's normal to struggle, and you're not alone in this experience.
  2. Start small by picking just three important things you want to focus on, and then choose one easy step for each. Taking lazy steps is okay; what's important is the progress.
  3. Celebrate your small wins and stick to your routine for a couple of weeks. This can help you build momentum and get back on track without feeling overwhelmed.

The Price of Success

YouTopian Journey • 87 implied HN points • 23 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Success Self-Improvement Mindset Motivation Personal Growth
  1. Success comes with a price that must be paid: time, commitment, sacrifice, setbacks, and isolation.
  2. To achieve success, one must be willing to go all the way, facing challenges, failures, and isolation with determination.
  3. The path to success involves pushing past doubts, prioritizing goals, embracing failures, and persevering through obstacles.

I Love Pain

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards • 7 implied HN points • 20 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Growth Motivation Psychology Self-help
  1. Getting out of your comfort zone is important. If you only stick to what's easy, you won't achieve much and might end up feeling regret.
  2. Embracing pain can lead to growth. Instead of avoiding difficult situations, running headfirst into them can open up new opportunities and experiences.
  3. Success is about perspective. Even if things don't work out as planned, you'll still learn something valuable from the experience.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 21

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Personal Development Lifestyle Motivation
  1. It's important to celebrate the small things in life. Little achievements can bring joy and boost your motivation.
  2. Celebrating habits can make you feel more successful. Every time you complete a small action, give yourself a little cheer!
  3. Find fun ways to celebrate your wins. You can do a happy dance, shout out joyfully, or imagine fireworks just for you.

How Your Mindset Determines Your Course

Perspectives • 10 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🚌 Education Mindset Learning Growth Parenting Motivation
  1. Your mindset can shape your experiences and outcomes. Believing that you can learn and improve helps you tackle challenges better.
  2. Praising effort, rather than innate intelligence, encourages persistence and a love for learning in kids. It's better to focus on hard work rather than just being 'smart.'
  3. Changing how you view your abilities is key. When you stop seeing things as fixed and treat them as skills to develop, you open up more opportunities to grow.