The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
de·sire -verb, to wish or long for; crave; want.
Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1)
So, you've set yourself some goals (you have haven't you?). They're realistic and measurable and they look really good on paper. Now, it's time to ask yourself a question: How much do you really want it? Do you want it so much that you can almost taste it? Are you prepared to make the sacrifices necessary to achieve the goals you have set yourself? Are you determined to succeed?
The desire for success in any endeavour is as strong a motivator as you will find. We can talk all day about why getting fit and healthy is a good thing, but if you don't want it - really want it - then we're all wasting our precious time.
Have you ever noticed that the most successful people you know are driven by a burning desire to be successful? They are an almost unstoppable force. They set their sights on something and go for it. They have an idea, set themselves a goal and act upon it - immediately. This kind of drive can move mountains.
If you have the desire and determination to improve your health and fitness then there should be nothing to distract you from the goals that you have set for yourself. When the possibility of adversity and failure nears you simply redouble your efforts and forge on. Why? Because you want it and you are determined to get it!
Using your determination and desire to reach your goals
Here are a few ways to harness your determination and desire:
- Surround yourself with desire boosters - Positive affirmations and statements of your goals are great motivators. Writing these down and placing them around your home and workplace will remind you of what you are aiming for and will continue to build your desire to succeed.
- Surround yourself with positive people - This sounds pretty obvious but positive energy breeds more positive energy and if you have positive people around you it's more likely that you will remain positive and your drive will be stronger.
- Soak up positive and empowering information - Read, watch, listen and seek empowering information from as many sources as possible. Immerse yourself in information that affirms your goals and your drive to succeed
"The difference between the impossible and the possible
lies in a person's determination."
~ Tommy Lasorda
lies in a person's determination."
~ Tommy Lasorda
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