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Finding Motivation When You Have None

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I generally like working out, but working out when I’m not motivated makes me resent it. I had to pull out the big guns to motivate myself to do these things without hating my life. I always get an extra kick of motivation to get something done if somebody with whom I’m particularly competitive is doing well at it.

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Motivate Yourself to Get Moving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Exercise is incredibly good for the human body and releases “happy hormones” that make us more emotionally balanced and even decrease our stress levels. Bringing yourself to terms with having to exercise on a regular basis comes down to motivating yourself. Make a Pact with a Friend. Find Some Inspiration.

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Identify Your Money Motivations

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When you are trying to improve your financial situation, one of the moves to make is to change the way you spend money. Instead, it’s important to figure out your money motivations. Looking at your motivations helps you figure out how to address the problem, and to make long-term changes to your spending behaviors.

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5 Tips for Motivating Yourself to Exercise More

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of the commenters on the post asked about getting motivated to exercise more, so I thought I’d write this post. So, here are 5 ideas for motivating yourself to exercise more: 1. Because I enjoy this activity, it makes exercise (at least twice a week) less onerous. However, starting out isn’t easy. Start Small.

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Parenting Pointers - Discipline Mistakes That Parents Often Make

Motherhood Moments

Originally published here: Discipline Mistakes That Parents Often Make There is no instruction manual on being a parent. Because of the impromptu nature of the job, every parent makes mistakes when it comes to disciplining their children. Seeing them side-by-side makes discipline a lot less confusing. Forget about it.)

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Healthy Habits - Gamification Apps for Healthy Habits

Motherhood Moments

As further case in point, newly published findings from the new JAMA Network "Financial Incentives for Weight Reduction" clinical trial proves that paying obese people cash for weight-loss is highly effective, even doubling fat loss rates. Having a financial investment or incentive adds another layer of motivation.

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Make Money Your Hobby

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

To make money management something you enjoy and to successfully incorporate it into your daily life, you have to get excited about it. Find something to motivate you into becoming financially literate. Those small and steady contributions are what make the big things happen. How to Start. Track Your Progress.

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