Leo Babauta - how to regain motivation and not to throw good habits

Author of the popular blog Zen Habits told readers about the recent events of his life. While working on an important project, it has suffered several setbacks and was ready to surrender. Its concentration is almost evaporated. In addition, he has changed his habits of healthy eating.

That's why Leo decided it was time to return the former concentration and motivation. He found a method that has been very effective for him.

The key principle

The key idea of ​​the method is as follows.

Depending on your mood, whether you come down from the race, or will return to the right path.

Leo sure we giving up because of the emotions that experience.

We interrupt any classes due to travel, illness, family circumstances, and the like. But an obstacle to this is to not break and disappointment that we are because of his experience.

Due to the same illness or travel, we get tired mentally and physically. And this fatigue It deprives us of motivation to do what we plan. We have a bad mood, give up, and we have to take time off from important things.

In addition, when we are overwhelmed by other concerns, we ignore healthy habits. We are justified by the fact that there is no time. But in the end ourselves for it swears.

What is the method

Recognize the problem and ask the key question

Ignoring the problem only promotes our desire to get out of the way. Just say, "I feel bad. I am disappointed and want to give up. " And then ask yourself, "I really want to give up or is there a good reason why I can be back in operation?"

Take one simple step

If such a reason you have, think about something simple that you can do for this. For example, before you were engaged in meditation, but no longer do so. Can you now meditate for 30 seconds? 10 Seconds? If you abandoned the habit do sportImmediately take a minute or two to some exercise. This simple step will be an excellent start.

Focus on their victories

If you failed the first step, you have already achieved success. You were able to overcome itself. This is a victory, but victory always improve mood. Every day do something that will bring you closer to your goal. For example, gradually increase the load if you want to play sports again. Keep your good mood, gaining more and more wins.

Again, go back into operation

If you perform the preceding tips, you will be able to find long-term motivation and renew interest in the old occupations. Over time, you will become stronger. Then failure and mood swings will not lead you astray.