Motivation is a buzzword that has been around for decades, especially in the world of self-help and personal development. We are often told that the key to success is having enough motivation to push through any challenge, but the truth is that motivation is overrated.
Let me explain why.
First of all, motivation is not a constant state. It comes and goes, and relying on it to get things done is a recipe for failure. There will be times when you simply don’t feel motivated, and waiting for it to return is not a sustainable strategy.
Secondly, motivation alone is not enough to achieve anything. It is merely the spark that ignites the fire. To achieve your goals, you need discipline, consistency, and hard work. These are the qualities that will carry you through the tough times, not motivation.
Thirdly, motivation can be a distraction. People often spend more time seeking out motivation than actually doing the work. They read motivational quotes, watch motivational videos, and attend motivational seminars, but never actually get started on the work itself.
So, what’s the solution?
The solution is to focus on building good habits. Habits are the foundation of success because they are sustainable, repeatable, and require less mental effort than relying on motivation.
Start by identifying the habits that will help you achieve your goals. For example, if your goal is to become a writer, your habits could include writing for 30 minutes every day, reading for an hour a day, and attending a writing group once a week.
Once you have identified your habits, focus on building them into your routine. Make them a non-negotiable part of your day, just like brushing your teeth or taking a shower. Over time, these habits will become automatic, and you will find that you don’t need motivation to get started.
Wrapping Up
Motivation is overrated. It is not a constant state, it is not enough to achieve anything, and it can be a distraction. Instead, focus on building good habits that will carry you through the tough times and help you achieve your goals. Remember, success is not about motivation, it’s about discipline, consistency, and hard work.
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16 responses to “Motivation is Overrated!”
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Self discipline and motivation is the key
Absolutely!
You are so right! I have been waiting for my motivation to get ignited again but that day never seems to come. Instead I will take your advice and create a habit that I am consistent with! Thank you!
You are welcome Aleksa! I’m glad you enjoyed the read
Wow, what a different mindset! Is it possible to include both motivation and habits? I love your focus on creating habits. Those can make your life better.
Of course it is possible. Motivation is often a boost to build sustainable habits. However, we must not completely rely on external motivation to reach our goals
This is such great advice that is so rare to find! There’s too much focus on “motivation” and too little focus on building sustainable habits one small step at a time.
Thanks Jodi. I’m glad you find it helpful ♥️
This is so true & so needed for me right now as a reminder it comes & goes! Great post!
-Morgan @ mommyaboveall.com
Love this advice!
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Very nice and informative article. In my opinion, self-motivation is the biggest motivation.
Well said !! .
Motivation is not enough for success. More important are the good habits , consistently and hard work.
I believe self-motivation is the best solution. Everyone needs to feel motivated from within when they are trying to do something. Happy new year!
I agree that relying on motivation only is not enough…