Motivation is Overrrated
Motivation is a popular buzzword in self-help circles. It's considered to be the starting point of personal progress. Once we find the motivation to better our lives, we will. As someone struggling with motivation, I've found disregarding it more beneficial than searching for it. The issue with glorifying motivation is that we view it as the beginning of our progress. We need to be motivated to begin improvement. In my life, this emphasis on finding motivation has led to paralysis. I need to get my mind in the right headspace. I need to organize my goals and values. I need to put everything in my life into perspective. Then I can start. We put so much pressure on the first step of a long journey which dissuades us from even taking it. The best way to start is to start. Stop overthinking. Stop trying to find the perfect mindset. Just start and the benefits will come later. When you work out, there are no expectations for the first session. You are not going to get a six-pack in...