Here’s a list of things that I like to do when I lose motivation or focus. Maybe it will help you too! Choose any of these paths, and as soon as you feel motivated to get started on your task, go do it! I promise this blog post, and the rest of the internet, will still be here when you get back.

1. Positive self talk:

Just take a moment to tell yourself, “I can do this.” Right now, I’m telling myself I can do the dishes. Alright, let’s go!

2. Visualization

Actually walk through the actions in your mind. This is sort of like practicing for the real thing. It also helps you to be mindful of the positive experiences you might encounter. Right now I’m visualizing using our pink dish soap. I’m imagining myself noticing how awesome it smells. I’m also visualizing re-using my favorite mug, because it will be clean! I’m so pumped!

3. Strike a powerful pose!

Place both feet on the ground, uncross your arms, and lift your gaze up. You can even place your hands behind your head. Doesn’t that feel great? Don’t you feel like you could do anything? Go for it!

4. Manage your stress!

For each number: Take a relaxing breath in, pause for a moment, and then breathe out, while saying the number.

Breath in, pause, breathe out

(5)

Breathe in, pause, breathe out

(4)

Try to soften your facial expression

(3)

Sit up in a comfortable pose. Don’t slouch or tense.

(2)

Realize how happy you will be once this task is completed. Feel free to smile.

(1)

Now go do it!

5. Still sitting here?

Take a walk. Combine your walk with any of the visualization or empowerment tips above

6. Welcome back!?

Okay, if I haven’t gotten you started on your task yet, that means it must be something really challenging. Which is why you’re so awesome for wanting to try! A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single stride. Take that one step right now. You can do it!

Looks like it’s time for me to go wash the dishes!