#018 – Staying Motivated by Tracking Your Progress

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Hey there,

I hope your time in nature has sparked some new and exciting ideas. It can be challenging to stay motivated when things take a little longer than we thought. Keeping track of your achievements can provide a sense of accomplishment and keep you moving forward.

Actionable Tip: Stay motivated by tracking your progress. Documenting your progress helps you see how far you’ve come and identifies areas for improvement. Use tools like journals, apps, or visual boards to keep a record of your milestones and achievements.

Inspiration Corner: I used to struggle with staying motivated on long-term projects. Being able to break them down into smaller steps and tracking them in my journal, reflecting on the progress, challenges, and mistakes, I was able to visually see my work coming together. I am currently working on a wildlife series in my art business and completed the second piece while also working on holiday items. Two pieces out of 8 is progress and I am excited to start the third one.

Creative Challenge: Set up a system to track your creative progress. Here’s how:

• Choose Your Method: Decide whether you want to use a journal, a digital app, or a visual board.
• Set Goals: Define specific, measurable goals for your projects.
• Document Steps: Record each step you complete towards your goals.
• Review Regularly: Regularly review your progress to stay motivated and adjust your plans as needed.

Resource Recommendation: Explore progress-tracking tools like Bullet Journals, Trello, or Asana. These tools offer various ways to organize and visualize your tasks and achievements. Books like “The Bullet Journal Method” by Ryder Carroll provide detailed guidance on setting up an effective tracking system.

Tracking your progress is a powerful way to stay motivated and keep moving toward your creative goals. Celebrate each step, no matter how small, and use your progress as fuel for your journey. Stay wild-hearted and keep striving forward!

Stay wild-hearted!

Cheers,

Petra

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