"Success doesn't come from doing things once in a while." It comes from what you do all the time. — Marie Forleo

It can be hard to stay motivated every day in a world full of distractions and fast-paced demands. But the truth is that you don’t find motivation; you build it. And it all starts with daily habits that keep your mind sharp, are in line with your values, and help you keep going even on tough days.

These 10 habits can help you wake up every day with a sense of purpose, energy, and motivation that won’t stop.

Do a power ritual to start your day

The way you start your day sets the mood for the rest of it. Make a morning routine that gets you up and moving, both physically and mentally.

Some strong rituals are:

Having a glass of water with lemon

Meditation or breathwork for 10 minutes

A short walk or some light stretching in the morning

Writing down your three most important goals for the day

Reading a chapter from a book that makes you feel good

When you take charge of your morning, you take charge of your day.

Make sure your goals are clear and important.

Clarity is what keeps motivation going. You lose steam quickly when you don’t know where you’re going.

Every day, write down:

• A long-term goal you’re working toward
• Three goals for the week that are short-term
• One thing you want to do today that will get you closer to your dream
• Make it easy to see. Hang it up on your phone, mirror, or desk.

Use the “Five-Minute Rule” to stop putting things off.

Do you feel stuck? Say to yourself, “I’ll only do this for five minutes.”

Most of the time, the hardest part is getting started. Once you start, your brain gets going and the momentum takes over.

Pro Tip: Doing things makes you want to do them more, not the other way around.

Eat foods that give you energy to fuel your body.

Your body is like a battery. What you eat has a direct effect on how much energy you have and how clear your mind is.

Instead of processed snacks full of sugar, try these:

• Breakfasts with a lot of protein, like eggs, Greek yogurt, and oats
• Vegetables with lots of color and leafy greens
• Cucumbers, watermelons, and citrus fruits are all foods that keep you hydrated.
• Seeds, nuts, and clean protein sources
• A nourished body helps a motivated mind.

Be around people who have a positive effect on you.

Your surroundings can either help you or hurt you. Make a smart choice.

• Follow online creators and thought leaders who inspire you.
• Spend less time with people who drain your energy or are bad for you.
• Join a group, community, or mastermind with people who have the same goals as you.
• Be around people who push you and cheer you on.
• Energy spreads. Keep yours safe.

Every day, celebrate small victories.

• We put off celebrating big events, but the little things are what keep us going.
• At the end of each day, ask yourself:
• What did I do right today?
• What little thing did I do to get closer to my goals?

Give yourself a simple reward, like a high five, writing in a journal, drinking tea, or going for a walk in the sun. These rituals teach your brain to connect progress with good feelings.

Small wins make big waves.

Be thankful every day

Being thankful changes the way your brain works so that it focuses on what you have instead of what you don’t have. This is a key way to stay motivated.

Give it a shot:

• Writing Every morning or night, think of three things you’re thankful for.
• Thanking someone who made your day better in person or in writing
• Changing complaints into thanks
• Gratitude opens up the fullness of life and keeps you going.

Get up and move your body, even for 10 minutes.

You don’t have to go to the gym for two hours. Just go.

• Dance to the song you like best.
• Take a walk around the block
• Take a break between meetings
• Do 20 jumping jacks to clear your mind.
• Moving around boosts dopamine, helps you focus, and gives your body a break.
• A body that moves unlocks a mind that wants to work.

Set limits and cut down on digital noise

Notifications all the time, comparing yourself to others, and too much information online are the worst things for motivation.

Give it a shot:

• Not using your phone for the first 30 to 60 minutes of the day
• Turning off notifications that aren’t urgent
• Setting aside time to scroll on purpose
• Making times or places where screens are not allowed
• More presence, less distraction. That’s what really gets you going.

Don’t end your day with regret; end it with reflection.

Think about things before you go to sleep. This one habit can change the way you think.

Think about:

• What went well today?
• What would I change about tomorrow?
• What am I proud of?
• Then, picture tomorrow going well. Your brain will start to line up with your vision while you sleep.
• Thinking about things at night gives you energy in the morning.

Motivation Is Something You Do Every Day

Hype and hustle don’t make you want to do things. It’s about making sure your daily actions are in line with your deeper values and vision.

Begin small. Pick two or three habits from this list and make them a part of your daily life. They’ll become second nature if you do them consistently, and you’ll feel like you don’t have to try hard to stay motivated.

Don’t forget that it’s not about being perfect. It’s about being there.