HOW TO NEVER LOSE MOTIVATION
- Debbie Baisden
- Mar 14
- 2 min read

Ever notice how motivation is great… until it isn’t?!
You’re fired up at the start of a new goal, ready to give it your all. But then one day, that motivation just poof—disappears.
Suddenly, getting off the couch feels impossible, and your goals are the last thing you want to work on.
It’s NOT because you’re lazy or undisciplined. It’s just how our brains work.
Motivation gives us that initial burst of energy—it’s not built to last.
But here’s the good news: you don’t need motivation to keep going. You need a plan to future-proof it. 🔥
Here’s how:
Make it part of your identity.
Think of your new habits as part of who you are, not just what you do.
Want to work out more? “I’m the kind of person who never skips a Monday workout.”
Eat healthier? “I fuel my body with foods that make me feel good.”
Stay hydrated? “I always have a water bottle nearby.”
When you shift your belief about who you are, decisions align naturally—without relying on motivation.
“5-4-3-2-1” it:
Mel Robbins’ 5-second rule is a game-changer. When you don’t feel like doing something, countdown from five—5-4-3-2-1—and take immediate action. Get off the couch, grab your gym shoes, or pull out veggies to prep. This snaps you out of hesitation and gets you moving!
Set your environment up for success.
Make healthy choices the easiest choices. Keep healthy snacks at eye level, a water bottle on your desk, set out workout gear the night before, or place a book by your bed to wind down at night.
Reframe setbacks as learning experiences.
Setbacks don’t define you. And having one (or three) doesn’t mean you’re a failure. Winners see setbacks as chances to grow. Reflect, adjust, and keep moving forward.
I always say this: progress is about persistence, not perfection.
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