There are 3 easy steps to do this, and it works, I have tried it.
1.Lists
Start easy.
Make a list before going to bed of all the things
you have/want to do tomorrow. Don't put specific time limits, but after you finish your list put numbers in front of each task. What talk is the hardest and brings the biggest reward ? Make that #1 and organize your day
revolving that one big and important task.
Keep it simple, before noon & after noon, before work & after work, etc. and don't forget to give yourself a little wiggle time, because even if you approximate how much time you will need to do the list, other things might intervene.
Making lists is good and motivating, because each time
you tick
something off your self esteem grows and you are more driven to do more. Give yourself at least 30 extra minutes a day for that one big task you wanna develop. Don't worry if you don't finish everything on your list, add it to the next day's list, or move it in the weekend activities, but don't forget about it.
2.Talk about it
If you have a long time goal, talk about it to people.
Let's say you wanna lose weight or learn how to sew.
Research it every day. Do something about it every day.
Bring in into everyday conversation in a positive way. Don't get all "
ohhh I wanna lose weight but it's too hard/ I wanna sew but I'm terrible at it". Everything is hard in the beginning.
Start small. Eat smaller portions, sew a simple skirt out of an old rag you have at home. Baby steps.
Look at the long term effects of your goal. Tell people what you researched, you just come across somebody
who will give you a tip, "
I lost weight by writing down what I ate/ My cousin took sewing lessons in the summer, I will ask her about it and get back to you". Just remember, be positive and don't lose track of your goal.
3. Deadlines
Set a
realistic deadline for your goal and small
checkpoints on the road. This way you will be motivated and won't give up. Write in on a
sticky note and put it somewhere you see it everyday. Post it on your computer's wallpaper, or your phone, just be sure to be remembered of it everyday.
For example, I will lose 5 kilos in 6 weeks/ I will make a dress by the end of the month. And then the checkpoints, eat something green everyday and take a picture of myself every week/ make a simple skirt or a simple top each week.
Extra tip: keep a journal of your progress. This may be a simple file on your computer, or even better make a blog. This way you can see your progress and feel better about the work you have done.
