Boring
The Sunday Feed
The moment we see a successful person we immediately go into the bitch mode. “O, he must have had some unfair advantage, or she must have used her charm to go up the ladders. I bet she does not have any intelligence.”
Well, I cannot say everyone thinks like this, but I can bet most people do. It just comes naturally. Some feelings are always operating in auto mode unless you have made deliberate effort to stop this kind of behavior.
While we cannot completely stop this from occurring, we can reframe this reaction in a way that it is constructive rather than destructive. And we can do it by accepting the fact that the people who succeed are extremely hardworking, focused and persistent.
This trident works as a unit. However, the key is to be persistent without making excuses or waiting for motivation to strike. To be honest, the best synonym for hard work and persistence is boredom.
So why do people start something and in no time transition into dullness with such extremities that they never come back.
One primary reason is that the vision is not intrinsically so strong that it can motivate you to work at 2am at night when everyone is fast asleep or wake you up at 5am when you have had just 4 hours of sleep.
It is important that we fully understand how to develop a vision that can last a lifetime. And while we do that, we can also be mindful of things that can make us more persistent so that we do not give up at the first set back.
Mindset and Belief
· Clarify your vision. Ensure it aligns with your core values and passions.
· Cultivate a growth mindset. Believe that you can improve with effort.
· Visualize success. Picture your vision as already achieved.
· Embrace failure as feedback. See setbacks as learning opportunities.
· Stay curious. Be open to new ideas and perspectives.
Goal Setting
· Set SMART goals. Be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time bound.
· Break goals into milestones. Tackle smaller steps to avoid overwhelm.
· Focus on one goal at a time. Avoid spreading your energy too thin.
· Create a 90-day plan. Focus on immediate actions for momentum.
· Review and revise your goals regularly. Keep them aligned with your vision.
Habits and Routines
· Develop a morning routine. Start your day with focus and intention.
· Incorporate vision board exercises. Visual reminders keep you motivated.
· Schedule daily “vision time.” Dedicate time for focused work on your vision.
· Practice gratitude daily. This boosts positivity and motivation.
· Limit distractions. Create an environment that supports deep work
Mental Toughness
· Embrace discomfort. Growth often comes through challenges.
· Use mental imagery. Picture yourself succeeding even in difficult times.
· Practice delayed gratification. Resist the urge for immediate rewards.
· Learn from successful people. Study how they persisted.
· Challenge limiting beliefs. Reframe negative though
Accountability
· Find an accountability partner. Share your goals with someone who will check in.
· Join a mastermind group. Surround yourself with like-minded individuals.
· Publicly declare your vision. Let others know your intentions.
· Track your commitments. Keep a log of your daily actions.
· Set penalties for inaction. Create consequences for not following through.
Motivation
· Remember your “why.” Remind yourself why this vision matters.
· Surround yourself with inspiration. Follow people who motivate you.
· Read success stories. Learn how others achieved their visions.
· Create a mantra. Use a powerful phrase to keep you focused.
· Practice affirmations. Reaffirm your belief in your vision.
Environment
· Declutter your workspace. Remove distractions and unnecessary items.
· Create a vision board. Display images and quotes that represent your vision.
· Design a vision-friendly environment. Tailor your space to reflect your goals.
· Surround yourself with positive people. Avoid negative influences.
· Remove toxic relationships. Limit contact with those who drain your energy.
John Khalkho: CEO — Dolores Recruitment