4. Have a picture board and fill it with pictures of your goals: Type of house, views of area where you want to live, car or boat or bike you want, jewelry, clothes – whatever it is you want! This is to give you a visual reminder everyday about goals you are pursuing and reminds you that what you are working towards is something very worthwhile. It boosts enthusiasm and keeps you focused and on track.

5. Read quotations everyday. I’m a big believer in use of quotations to inspire and I’m always on lookout for new ones to add to my list of favourites. My list is 6 pages long and growing! Here’s a couple of good websites to checkout:

www.quotationspage.com & www.motivatingquotes.com

And to practice what I preach and to close this article nicely, here is lastest quote I’ve added to my list and one that inspired me to write this article:

“If you aren’t fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm.” – Vince Lombardi

And there you have 5 tips to help you maintain your enthusiasm and motivation. Put all 5 to use and you will stay positive and on course to achieve your goals!

Until next time.

4. Spontaneity can bring excitement and adventure into life. Doing things on spur of moment is fun too! So why not just do something totally unplanned? Get in car and drive somewhere, go to train station and take a train journey somewhere, or, for a holiday, just visit your travel broker or go direct to airport and see what deals they’ve got for you to go there and then. Have your bags packed and ready and don’t forget your passport! This brings unknown into our lives, and although this can be a little bit frightening, it’s also very exciting too. Enjoy adventure!

5. I’ve saved best till last! When it comes to living a happy, fulfilled life, a life where you do all things you really want to do, fear is biggest threat you will have to face. It ruins hopes and dreams of millions and millions of people. Every time you give in to a fear, you lose. You miss out on opportunity, experience and happiness. So do something you are afraid of. Yes, I know it is very hard to do this but alternative – giving in – is much more painful. If you’re afraid of heights, learn to abseil or climb. If you’re afraid of water, learn to swim. Flying – attend a fear of flying course. Frightened of driving? Start to learn. If you want to start a business, devote time to become fully informed and start your research. Whatever it is, TAKE ACTION to beat it. Fear only exists in one place – YOUR MIND. It is an illusion that will set boundaries on your happiness. The only way to break through these boundaries is to confront fear and overcome it. When you do, your confidence will increase, you will experience more happiness and my word will you feel alive!

And there you are, five great ideas for you to try. Make them work for you by putting them into action and don’t forget: Knowledge isn’t power, it is putting our knowledge in to action so it works for us is what empowers us!

Until next time.