Automation of Motivation - En route to Success

"Success is a continuous journey embarked on the ship of faith overcoming the obstacles that come on the go."

There is no shortcut to success. But certain values, if inculcated, can help you accelerate your journey towards success. The force required to get this acceleration is called "motivation".

People generally feel motivation is transient. So, what if your motivation can be automated? What if no matter how tired, frustrated or depleted you are; you are able to find a way to make it happen.

So, here is the deal. If you agree to follow my prescription the way I ask, I'll help you automate your motivation. And believe me, it won't require a lot of efforts. It will not lead you to instant success, but it will definitely help you improve yourself every single day, bringing a feeling of gratification on the go and success in life.

Here are 8 real and powerful methods that will help you create an "Automated Motivation System" for yourself. All you need to do is pick a new method from the list at the start of every week and implement it throughout the week. Carry forward the methods that have already been implemented to the next week. At the end of two months, you will find yourself a changed person - more confident, automatically self-motivated and dedicated on your route to success.

Identify the Essential and Eliminate the Rest

Write down 7 things you need to do and then cross off 4. Choosing the 3 most relevant "Need to do" things will make the load feel lighter and focus you on focus on the essentials.

Track your Progress - Retrospect, Introspect and Act

Keep a tally or a progress bar for ongoing projects or tasks. Identify the things that are growing and nurture them. Identify the things that are falling, ponder upon them and work around to improve them.

30 Seconds Summary - Moral of the Story

What if after every meaningful conversation or experience you spent 30 seconds highlighting the most important ideas? Whether you just watched a compelling movie, had a passionate conversation, learnt something new from a book or blog post – take out 30 seconds to write down some big and powerful ideas to hold on to.

Appreciate "Yourself" - Don't wait for others to do it

Don't be afraid to reward yourself. Many times you get caught in chasing the big fish and you forget to savor every bite of the small one. Enjoy and celebrate your journey.

Keep Good Company for Positive Vibes

Have more encounters with positive and motivated people. This could be as simple as facebook or whatsapp chats with peers or a quick discussion with a friend who likes sharing ideas. Just open up and broaden your horizon.

It's not all about You

Share your ideas and help others get motivated. Reach out to people through email, facebook, whatsapp, phone or face to face. Listen closely to someone. Odds are they will bring up something they are struggling to do or get through. Give them some time, words and energy that will help them push through it.

Stimulate your Senses - Watch TED

TED has an outstanding reputation for a reason. Put a part of the time, you generally spend on gossiping, to watch TED talks. Watch a TED talk on any topic you desire and watch your mind sing along and your heart melt.

Slow Down and Take a Chill Pill

Take breaks from working. Put on some music and dance. Motion produces emotion. Go for a walk. Connect with nature, clear your head and relieve stress. Walk away and then come back, refreshed and rejuvenated.

As you start implementing these motivational methods in your life, they will become your "motivational habits". So just get started, get that momentum going and write your own success story.

Stay happy, stay blessed!