The Trick That Got Me Motivated / myLot

United States

September 26, 2021 4:16pm CST

I've struggled with getting things done and most of the time I get lazy. Somehow, I was just browsing on Pinterest and I had an aha moment. I could use 2 dice to decide what to do with my time. I would label which numbers are associated with the important task. For example, create art, do chores, exercise, and etc. Then I would roll the dice; whichever numbers I get, I do the task without hesitation. I can't believe this game worked for me perfectly. No more unproductive days. How do you motivate yourself to do the things you don't want? Photo Credit: Pixabay

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George B Vieto

@Deepizzaguy (94624)

• Lake Charles, Louisiana

26 Sep 21

I use the train of though that "I owe so off to work I have to go."

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meowhisper

@meowch (2220)

• United States

26 Sep 21

The necessities life can't be avoided. Good thing I don't owe anything but I can only use time to my advantage.

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George B Vieto

@Deepizzaguy (94624)

• Lake Charles, Louisiana

27 Sep 21

@meowch That is true. In my case any money I make in surveys to assist my relatives to buy food

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OceanTiara

@RebeccasFarm (86773)

• United States

27 Sep 21

Wow this sounds very good idea..I may try it. I do not know how to motivate me..it is tough some times. Thank you for sharing this trick.

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meowhisper

@meowch (2220)

• United States

27 Sep 21

You are welcome. I'm glad you like it.

Kayla Tsukino

@kaylachan (57828)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

26 Sep 21

Try to get a routine and schedule going. I don't keep it rigid, as I know I have to be flexible. Like, when I run the dish waasher that's when I clean out the microwave. I do laundry twice a week. That kind of thing.

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meowhisper

@meowch (2220)

• United States

26 Sep 21

I did try having a routine and schedule but it was difficult for me. Of course being flexible is important. I try to make my task into a game so it's more fun so I'm able to accomplish more.

Toni

@toniganzon (72285)

• Philippines

26 Sep 21

I can’t be motivated when i don’t feel like it. I must enjoy something to make me want to do it. Or if not enjoy, then it’s something that has to be done with urgency.

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meowhisper

@meowch (2220)

• United States

26 Sep 21

Exactly, I think if it's a major priority it can get done immediately.

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