Hey friends! We’ve all been there, right? You get this huge burst of motivation. You decide you’re going to start a new workout routine, cook every meal at home, or get up early every day. For a week or two, it’s amazing. You feel energized, unstoppable even. And then… life happens. The motivation fades, and you’re right back where you started.
For a long time, I thought I was just doing it wrong. I thought I needed to find a bigger “why” or just be more motivated. But a few months ago, when I was doing my 10K before 10PM challenge, I learned a powerful secret: motivation is a liar. It comes and goes, and you can’t build a strong life on something so unreliable.
The Lie of Motivation vs. The Power of Discipline
Every single evening during that challenge, my bed looked extra cozy. My body felt tired. My mind was loud with a million reasons to just say, “I’ll do it tomorrow.” If I had relied on motivation, I would have quit on Day 3.
But I didn’t. I had a promise to keep. My daily 10K wasn’t about an inspired burst of energy; it was about discipline.
Discipline is what happens when motivation is gone. It’s the quiet, steady decision to just go anyway. It’s the habit that says, “I’m doing this because I said I would,” not because you feel like it. And that’s what truly gets you to the finish line.
How to Build a Habit That Lasts
So how do you build that kind of muscle?
- Celebrate showing up. Not every day will feel good. That’s okay. Winning isn’t about ease—it’s about consistency. I celebrated every 10K not because it felt amazing, but because I kept my promise to myself.
- Make your plan non-negotiable. Treat it like an appointment you can’t cancel. My steps were set in stone. If I did some in the morning, I knew I’d finish the rest later. Simple, but powerful.
- Just start. Don’t wait for motivation to strike. Take one step. Then another. The power is in small, consistent action.
This mindset shift has changed everything for me. It’s helping me build the consistency I need in my health, creativity, and life. It’s about daily trust, not fleeting inspiration.
So now I’ll leave you with this—what’s one area where you want to rely less on motivation and more on discipline?
The Secret to Staying Consistent (and It’s Not Motivation)
Until next time, shine amongst the stars!
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I’ve been preaching discipline for years but still fall into the motivation trap sometimes. This was a good reminder to walk my talk. Appreciate how down-to-earth and honest your writing is. Keep sharing this kind of realness.
Anthony, I appreciate that so much 🙏 We all need those reminders — even the strong ones. Glad it landed when it needed to. Keep showing up, even when it’s messy 💪✨
Oof, this hit me right between the eyes. I’ve been waiting to “feel ready” and it’s been 3 months now 😅 Gonna start small this week, no more waiting. Thanks for the push I didn’t know I needed
Jasmine!! I’ve been there — waiting on the vibe to show up 😅 But honestly, just starting is where the magic begins. I’m cheering you on for showing up now, not perfectly 💖 One small move at a time, boo!
Dang. I never realized how much I was chasing the “feel good” moments instead of building habits. This made me think about how often I break promises to myself. Gonna start keeping them. Thanks for this.