Getting Momentum and Keeping Momentum

Momentum is the scientific principle which says that it requires effort to get something moving but once it is moving it is harder to get it to stop then to keep moving. This means that starting a process is often the most difficult part of the process; whereas once one has started it is easier to complete the process. In terms of completing tasks however we sometimes find keeping momentum more difficult then it is supposed to be. In this article we will be discussing secrets of getting momentum and keeping momentum in the accomplishment of your tasks.

Getting Momentum Means Starting

Getting momentum means making a start. Once you have started a task you will find it a lot easier to accomplish due to the laws of momentum but getting started is often the most difficult part because we tend to try and think of the whole picture instead of the first step. Start an action by thinking of the first step that you need to take in the process, instead of by looking at the whole big picture. Once you have taken the first step the following steps to complete the task will come a lot easier.

Getting Momentum and Rewarded Time

If you struggle at getting momentum one of the methods you may want to try is that of rewarding time. Promise yourself a reward for spending 30 minutes doing the task you need to accomplish. Since getting moving is often more difficult than keeping moving, you will probably find that once you have started the task you will do it for a lot longer then you originally intended.

Keeping Momentum by Focusing on Benefits and Rewards

Scientifically keeping momentum is supposed to be a lot easier than getting momentum; however when one is trying to accomplish large goals and tasks keeping momentum is not always that easy. One way of keeping momentum when faced with large tasks is to focus on the rewards and benefits of completing the task. If there is no direct reward from completing the task then promise yourself a reward after completing the task and then focus on that. Keeping momentum is a lot easier when we know that we will be rewarded for it.

Keeping Momentum by Focusing

Once you succeeded in getting momentum one of the biggest things that can prevent you from keeping momentum on smaller tasks is distractions such as the telephone, interruptions, etc. In order to keep momentum on smaller tasks let your secretary or answering machine take telephone messages and post a “Do not disturb” sign on your door. If you think of anything which is not directly related to the task at hand write it down quickly on a piece of paper and maintain your focus on the current task. If you focus on the task at hand you will find it easier keeping momentum until the completion of the task.

In conclusion, momentum refers to the scientific principle that it is easier for a moving object to keep moving than to stop it, but harder to start moving a stationary object. Getting momentum can be done by starting with rewarding a portion of time and focusing on the first step. Keeping momentum on larger tasks means keeping the rewards and benefits in mind, while shorter tasks may just require reducing distractions and staying focused for the period it takes to complete the task.