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I have learned how to focus on smaller goals that eventually defined the larger goals. Focusing on smaller and more realistic goals has proven to be a sure way of keeping me motivated. With such goals in mind, I precisely know what I want and what I have to do to achieve them.
Moreover, thinking positively about myself and creating positive mental pictures of the person I want to become has also proven to be an effective strategy for staying motivated. I have realized that negative thinking has the potential to derail me and prevent me from utilizing my full potential. Therefore, I have been focusing on positive thinking and having faith that I can achieve my goals (p. 45). Moreover, I ensure that my friends comprise individuals, who understand the value of positive thinking and those that focused on achieving their goals. Such friends have been highly influential, a factor that has driven me to be more motivated.
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