I'm not sure why either. I imagine my lack of motivation is directly proportional to the fact that I didn't sleep well last night and then I woke up with a bit of a headache.
Anyway...I made a promise to myself a few weeks ago that on days like this instead of checking out for the day and just resting, I would still get up and do something to promote my business. Today that consists of checking a few of my ad campaigns, doing a bit of promotion on twitter and pinterest and writing this blog (even though I'd rather be taking a nap.)
So on motivation. There are so many quotes and memes and inspirational books written about motivation that are really great, but really at the beginning or end of the day it's up to us to do what needs to get done. We are the captains of our own destiny and success. We pilot the boat. Without us, our boat just sits in the water and we get nowhere. Ultimately, nothing gets done.
I struggle with motivation quite a bit as I believe many people do. I think it probably stems from the fact that I am my own boss. No one is telling me what to do everyday or how to do it. I don't have to live up to anyone's expectation but my own. I have to tell me to do things. (ha ha) I have to be the one to decide what to do and how to do it everyday. When I am feeling like I do today, I know I have to stay motivated if I want my business to be successful. I have to kick myself in the ass and get on my computer and do my work despite the fact that I just really do not feel up to it.
So I'm here. Writing my blog and checking a few things off of one of my master lists. Eventually, I will lie down and take that nap I so desperately want today. Later I'll probably read a book or watch a bit of TV. I will enjoy today for what it is and be thankful that I do work from home.
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