Writing down your plans in black and white helps you to focus more on your goals. When you write what you intend doing, you add more psychological impetus to your aims. You work more towards turning your aims into realities.
Mental lists do not evoke such strong commitments and you sometimes forget all of your mental list.
Besides, social norms indicate the effectiveness of written contracts. Similarly, when you write down your aims, you feel more committed to fulfilling those objectives. This psychological factor enhances your self-motivation levels.
State in specific terms your goals, a date to fulfill your goals and specific rewards for achieving your aims or goals. Make it a point to read through your goals morning and evening before going to bed. It helps you stay motivated.
Make necessary changes in your goals but try to maintain realistic limits. Make them neither too hard nor too easy. Keep it just right to maintain your motivation levels.
Copyright 2005 Marc Sanders