How to Keep Going When You Want to Give Up

Uncategorized Mar 05, 2019

How to Keep Going When You Want to Give Up

Whether it's running a marathon, working towards your dream or trying to make a marriage work, there are some situations we can find ourselves in where we want to keep going but really struggle to maintain motivation. We have to give every last drop of will-power and energy not to just give up and pack it all in.

In these situations, we often find ourselves turning to mental tricks and ruminations to try and convince ourselves to keep going. So, what are some of the best techniques you can use in the moment to ensure that you persist?

Here are 5 tips to help you keep going when you want to give up!

Draw Inspiration

Most of us have stories and memories that we can use to dig deep and find inspiration. Perhaps you had a parent or a friend who never gave up no matter what. Maybe you remember them challenge you to accomplish something and really believing in you. Or maybe you just love the film Rocky (who doesn't?). Either way, these sorts of thoughts and memories can help you to dig deep when you're really struggling for energy, commitment or will-power.

Remind Yourself Why You're Doing It

Another trick is to remind yourself why you're doing what you're doing. If you're working towards a dream then try visualizing yourself where you want to be because you managed to accomplish your goal.

Dream boards or motivational boards are a good way to remind yourself what goals you are going for. You can cut out pictures from magazines or download pictures and put them on your dream board to help keep your goals and what you want in front of you.

Remind Yourself of the Consequences

Sometimes the stick can be more motivating than the carrot. If imagining yourself being highly successful because you did well isn't doing the trick, then maybe try doing the opposite instead and imagining what would happen if you had to give up. Fear of Failure is a great motivator. No one wants to Imagine having to tell everyone you failed, especially after all the effort you've already put in!

Break it Down

If you're tackling an impossible task, then sometimes it can help to break it down into smaller milestones. Writing a novel? Then celebrate each time you add a thousand words and count how many units of 1,000 you have left to go.

Set small goals and when you accomplish them, then celebrate. It will help you get to your main thing you want to accomplish.

Take a Break

Sometimes the best thing to do is to take a step back and have a breather. Most tasks aren't binary meaning it's not 'do or die'. Be strategic with your energy management and realize that a short time out can often yield better results in the long term.

One particular verse in scripture is always my favorite when I feel I can't go on. It's one I've used most of my life and it is found in Philippians 4:13

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Hope this helps you to Keep Going When You Want to Give Up.

Living Life Blessed!

Scott