All Entries For motivation
8 Reasons You Should Never Set a Resolution
A surprising 42.4 percent of people said they fail in their resolution every year? Why? Discover why you should rethink your resolutions if you want to find success.
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The True Power of Setting the Right Goals
We preach the power of goal setting for good reason--the right goal can make or break your motivation. Learn how to make goals that stick and finally find success.
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100 Amazing Reasons to Start Losing Weight Today
We asked SparkPeople members why starting the weight-loss journey today is a better idea than putting it off until tomorrow and here are their 100 best responses.
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Two Wonderful Things We Love This Month
In this month's Go Get It Guide, we found a snack that you're going to devour and a running quote you're going to want to frame and read every day.
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3 of Our Most Favorite Things This Month
A sweaty palm solution, motivation to dust yourself off and try again, and a challenge generator--all in this month's Go Get It Guide!
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Are You Cheating Yourself Out of Greatness Due to Fear?
Have you ever been intimidated to try new activities because you know there's a chance you'll finish last or can't keep up? Are you worried people will judge you because of it?
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Could Your Self-Esteem Be Undermining Your Wellness Efforts?
Believing in yourself is the first step in getting healthy, but if you suffer from low self-esteem it could be getting in the way. Learn to boost your self-esteem and get on track.
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Are You Focusing on Progress or Perfection?
In the journey to weight loss, no one is perfect. Discover why Jessica Smith's favorite saying is ''progress, not perfection,'' and learn how to apply it to your own journey.
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Free Workouts and Tangle-Free Hair in This Month's Go Get It Guide
Sure, you could spend hundreds getting your sweat on each month, but why would you when there are plenty of free workout opportunities?
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Could Posting ''Flaws and All'' Photos Boost Your Confidence?
There's a movement happening on your news feed: Real men and women are pulling back the curtain on those perfectly posed photos. One member shares why she thinks its courageous.
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Why Friendly Competition Should Be Built Into Your Action Plan
In part two of Chris ''SparkGuy'' Downie's personal blog, he notes the importance of competition in self-improvement, citing one of history's more famous rivalries as an example.
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Get a Boost With This Motivational 1-Mile Walk With Jessica Smith
Goals and gratitude go hand-in-hand, especially as you work toward weight loss and a happier, healthier you. Join Jessica Smith for a fun and inspirational one-mile walk and talk.
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What a Beach Boys vs. Beatles Rivalry Teaches Us About Competition
Does the idea of competition intimidate or inspire you? SparkGuy thinks competition pushes us to be great! Discover how a musical rivalry inspired his blog post this week.
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50 Things to Consider Before Giving up on Your Goals
On the days when everything is going wrong and you can't imagine ever achieving your goals, you'll be happy you bookmarked this motivational list. Never quit on yourself again.
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6 Incredible Stories of SparkPeople Friendship & Success
Bonds forged through the SparkPeople community happen every day, and, for many, those supportive networks are the glue that holds their ultimate dreams together.
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