How to Stay Motivated Throughout the Year

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With the start of the new year, I am sure we've all got some sort of goal, dream, or intention we're doing our best to focus on. But we all know that the hardest part is sticking with it and keeping our motivation on high.

The past few months, I have been working on some goals of my own, and have developed some habits that help keep me motivated, moving, and progressing, even when I don't feel like it. One of those habits is making sure I start each day with my favorite, protein smoothie, which I make using Silk Coconut Original Half Gallon from Walmart. Silk Coconut is the perfect smoothie ingredient, because it lends an exotic flavor, has 50% more calcium than milk while also being dairy and lactose free, and is produced without GMOs. If you don't like coconut, you could always reach for Silk Almond Unsweet Original Half Gallon, which I love, as well!

To make my favorite smoothie, you will need 8-16 oz of Silk Coconut Original Half Gallon, one frozen banana, and one scoop of my favorite, plant based, chocolate protein powder! I blend it all together, then take it with me, on-the-go!

The next way I've been keeping my motivation up is by displaying my goals somewhere I can read them, constantly. Every time I look at my letter board, it gives me that little boost I need to keep going!

Another thing that helps me feel motivated, is rewarding myself with items I have on my want-list. When I reach a goal, or make progress, I treat myself to a little goodie, like this beautiful barrette!

One way I stay motivated is by actually getting ready for the day. When I look my best I will feel it, too. So whether that's treating myself to a manicure or putting on my favorite lipstick, the small acts make a big difference!

Next, I have my power-suit. My leather jacket, the colors black, gold, and orange, have been my go-to power colors lately, and whenever I wear them I feel Bad-A! So if I need a little motivation boost, I throw these on, and I'm ready to take on the world!

Finally, I love to keep myself in check with a check-list! In my phone's notes, I keep a bulleted to-do list, with tasks that I need to do in order to reach my goals. I refer and add to it constantly, to make sure I am staying on top of my game!

These practices have all really helped me make progress towards my goals. I know it can be overwhelming to set goals, and feel like you have no idea how to reach them. But, what's important to remember is that your new year can start or re-start at anytime. Just begin your day with a Silk Coconut Original Half Gallon smoothie, and take it one step at a time!

What are your New Year Goals and what tips do you have to sticking to them?