I know. I’ve been there. You have long to-do list waiting, but instead, you find yourself oversleeping, watching TV or wasting time in other unproductive activities.

It obviously comes from a combination of low energy, and a lack of motivation and self-discipline.

Try to figure out what causes it.

If you have too much on your mind and find it hard to even start thinking about all the things you have to do, it’s time write it down. Write everything that comes to your mind, things to do, things to think about, things that bother you. You’d probably realize soon enough, that things aren’t as bad as you thought.

You may need to change the way you do your “self talk”. Do you talk to yourself like a parent talks to a child? You’re a grownup now. It’s time to change the way you think about tasks and responsibilities. Instead of thinking “YOU have to do this”, think- “I want to do this because…” and give yourself a really good reason why.

You may not be getting enough rest from your sleep. Learn how to improve the quality of your sleep. When your sleep is optimized, you could actually sleep less, but have more energy then you’ve had before, when you slept longer.

Start by reducing the amount of caffeine you get during the day, especially in the evening. Remember, caffeine is not present only in coffee, but also in soda, tea and chocolate, to name a few.

You need to go sleep when you’re tired, which brings me to my next point…

Have you noticed that the times that you’re most tired are the times that you have no reason to be? You know what I’m talking about. You just woke up from a long nap and since then all you’ve been doing is lay on the coach, but still, all you want to do is rest, and sleep.

It’s a bit of a paradox, but when your activity level is very low, so is your energy level. Start moving yourself. If exercising is too much for you, the least you can do is stretch. Also, climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator, walk those few yards to the grocery store instead of driving to it, Play with your dog, or your kids.

A few changes in your diet could greatly increase your energy level. You should probably start by doubling the amount of water you drink daily. Also, instead of starting your day with coffee and a muffin, how about serial and orange juice?

These were just a few ideas to get you started, but you have to find the power within you, and become determined enough to change your ways.

Earl Nightingale once said: “The key that unlocks energy is desire. It’s also the key to a long and interesting life. If we expect to create any drive, any real force within ourselves, we have to get excited”.

Good luck.

Do you have trouble sticking up for yourself? Do you feel pushed around or walked over? Do you find it difficult to say no to others. Do you do things which you did not want to do? Here are a few things you can practice to make things better.

Sometimes it is tough to let go of a relationship, but you should keep only relationships that are on equal ground and give up the rest. Do you call your friend or go see them, but they never call you? Are you always there for them, but if you ask for help they never do? Are you routinely giving above and beyond at work because they’ve come to expect it? Do you have anyone in your life that simply drains you? If they are not an elderly parent or a child that you care for, then it is the right thing to do to give up unequal relationships and move on. It will help both of you.

This is very important. When someone picks on you, tell them to stop it. Constructive criticism should be just that: helpful and constructive. If the criticism makes you feel bad and it continues, tell them to cut it out or just walk away from them when they are doing it. Some people have a terrible habit of criticizing others and making them feel bad. You should not put up with this kind of treatment because it will tear you down and lets them continue behaving badly. It doesn’t do any good to argue with them. The way to make it stop is to just tell them that’s enough and if they do not stop immediately, walk away. That sends the message that you won’t put up with it and you should do that every time.

Learn to say no. Many people find themselves agreeing to do things they do not wish to do. Saying no gets easier with practice. Start with the easier situations, keep it simple, and just say something like, “No, I can’t today!” It helps to quickly change the subject and keep talking. You do not even have to offer a reason.

Learn to say yes to things you want to bring into your life and stop asking for permission to do things. The only times you should ask for permission are when you are doing so out of courtesy, because you are using something of theirs or some similar situation. You are a free person and should treat yourself that way. If you want to go back to college, go to college. If you want to go see a friend, see your friend. Let people know what you are doing out of courtesy, but unless you are sharing money, you do not need permission.

Speaking up in general will also help you to feel like you are sticking up for yourself. You can express your opinions and feelings, and you will feel better if you do. Try taking some of these tips seriously and bring a new change in your personal and professional life.

Attention please!

In this issue I am going to share with you one of the top secrets to maximum achievement.

Today is your last day of procrastination.

Today is your day of action.

Today is your day that leads to your bright future.

Are you excited?!

This secret has changed my life.

It transformed me from a big procrastinator to a man of action. And my actions led to big achievements.

It all started with discovering…

** The law of accumulation

…Which states that short term activities with time will lead to long term accomplishments.

When I first got to know this great natural law I was shocked of how easy long term accomplishments can be achieved!

Before I knew this law I was always looking at every task as a big bulk that should be started and finished in one shot.

But how far truth is from that!

Every great accomplishment started small and with incremental steps forward it turned into big achievements and massive success.

All what you need is to start. Start with the smallest possible action and build upon it.

Action that is as small as a short phone call, or reading one page in your favorite book.

With consistency and steady movement you will get to your destination where you will celebrate your massive success.

Start small and end big. This is the secret of greatness.

Now a word of caution!

**You have to be sure that you are moving in the right direction!

“Oh, that is very important!!”, you are saying.

Because you may discover that after taking small actions one after the other and after some good long time you end up in a place where you never wanted to be in.

So, before you start you have to know your destination and to be sure that this is where you want to go, what you want to do and who you want to be.

Don’t be like those who float with the winds!

Use the power of purpose. Knowing your purpose in life is the first step in building an extraordinary life and creating everlasting success.

I couldn’t find illustration of that secret better than that of Matt Morris the CEO of “The Success University”…

*** “It’s the consistent and steady movement in the right direction that makes the small incremental investments fairly painless and also creates the confidence and excitement to be truly self-motivated and driven toward your ultimate goals and purpose”

Yes! Nothing can be more truthful than that.

So it is all about knowing your purpose and your right direction, making incremental investments, and being consistent and steady.

These three unique facets make up the way to a guaranteed everlasting success and huge achievements.

NOW is a great time to embrace change.

My friend, it’s your time to transform your life from making a living to making a difference.

Eliminate procrastination.

Start taking action now; small action after the other. A little bit does make a difference.

You’re running a marathon, and you have to make sure that YOU WILL END IT BIG.

My friend you can make a difference.

I believe in you.