Doing the "impossible"

We all have aspirations. Big or small, at some point they may seem impossible to accomplish, leaving us feeling un-motivated. Some days seem more difficult to manage than others, whether we have things or people that get in our way - or if we do a pretty good job all of "getting in our own way".

One thing that I can say from experience that helps me to get around my lack of motivation, is remembering where my aspirations and goals come from to begin with: What is my "why" in this situation? Establishing your "why" is important. Although getting the things done that are necessary to achieving our goal can seem mundane, remembering your passion for what you want to do, regardless of how impossible attaining the task seems is all part of the process.

Walt Disney had a talent fostered from a young age. A talent for drawing. This ability of his became a passion throughout his life, a driving force. During his life's journey, he endured setbacks and financial woes that changed the course of where he was going - or how he was going to get there. I imagine that he felt at times that his aspirations were quite lofty, even out of reach. The things that he did accomplish were grand, and best of all, many generations have been able to enjoy the fruits of his labor.

As Disney said: "It's kind of fun to do the impossible."

Think about that. When you've accomplished something difficult in the past, how did you feel during and afterward? Did your emotions change during the process?

What task or adventure are you going to embark on this Monday, that seems "impossible"? How will you approach it, so that it will be easier to manage? What tools will you employ to keep yourself motivated? Are you going to find joy and fun along the journey?



Lorrie Shaw is a professional pet sitter, regular pets contributor to annarbor.com and pet blogger in Dexter Twp, MI. She participates in Motivated Mondays along with writer, speaker, mountain bike rider and author of Backroads & Byways Of Arizona, Jackie Dishner. #MotivatedMondays is a culmination of inspirational notes, blogs and tips to help motivate and get other ready for each week after the weekend lull - or anytime.