Find a Motivator
Published on 02/10/12 01:47PM by Vickie Burke
It is near impossible to commit to a tough goal if you do not have at least one big personal motivator. If you are finding it difficult to maintain a consistent exercise plan, try identifying one single reason to persevere. For me, it is the memory of watching my own mother struggle with obesity and the harmful effects of being sedentary and eating an unhealthy diet. I watched her health decline, her independence disappear and her joyful spirit wane. My mother has been, not only my main motivator to be fit and healthy, but she also was the biggest reason I chose a career in wellness. I wanted to help other people succeed in their struggle. So what key internal factors could help keep pushing you to continue when the going gets tough and you want to quit? What pops into your mind right now? Write it down and put it someplace you can see everyday. Then notice what happens.
