Your First Three Steps to Unstoppable Momentum
We’ve covered a lot, from the high-level vision to the nitty-gritty of daily actions. It can feel like a lot to implement at once. But you don’t have to. The path to achieving impossible-seeming goals starts with a single, clear decision, followed by another. The secret to how to stay motivated on goals is not in finding a magic bullet, but in building a system of clarity and consistency.
You don’t need more motivation. You need a better plan. A plan that honors your limitations, focuses your energy, and gives you credit for the effort you put in every single day. The feeling of being overwhelmed comes from looking at the entire mountain. The feeling of motivation comes from focusing on the very next step on the path.
Instead of closing this article and feeling a vague sense of inspiration, I want you to make three simple decisions right now. This will take less than 15 minutes and will be the most valuable thing you do all day for your future self.
1. Decide on Your Vision. Take five minutes. Grab a piece of paper or open a new note. Write down your North Star. What is the big, exciting change you want to make? Don’t overthink it. Just write down the version of your future that gets you excited. Phrase it as a positive statement: “I am a person who…”
2. Decide on Your Next 90-Day Theme. Look at your Vision. What is the single most important project you can complete in the next 90 days that will take you a giant leap closer to it? This is your one and only priority project. Write it down under your Vision.
3. Decide on Your First Action. What is one small, concrete action you can take tomorrow to move your 90-day theme forward? It should take less than 60 minutes. Schedule it in your calendar right now. Not later. Right now. Block out the time. This is your first promise to yourself.
That’s it. You’ve just translated a dream into a plan. You’ve created clarity. Tomorrow, when you execute that one small action, you will have created momentum. And that is how you start the journey to making the impossible, possible.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, your finances, or legal issues.
