#1614 - Can You Be Motivated Without This?

Have you ever been stuck in a cycle of setting goals you never seem to achieve? Uncover the secret to breaking this cycle and sparking true motivation. In today’s episode, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros delve into the symbiotic relationship between specific goal setting and motivation. Learn why your broad dreams aren’t cutting it and how to craft objectives to ignite your drive, whether saving for that dream vacation or striving for personal growth. Plus, they’ll tackle the mental game of balancing your inner critic with self-compassion, ensuring your journey toward improvement doesn’t leave you perpetually discontent.Links mentioned:Next Level Monthly Meet-up - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/Next Level Live - Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 (10:00 am to 4:30 pm) https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-live/______________________NLU is far more than just a podcast; we have many more resources to help you achieve your goals and dreams.For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com_______________________Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consumeNext Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - ​​https://bit.ly/3xffverNext Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/Next Level Monthly Meetup:  https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/_______________________We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email.Instagram 📷Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/Facebook ✍Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazarosKevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/Email 💬[email protected]@nextleveluniverse.com_______________________Show notes:(2:23) Motivation doesn’t work without goals(3:47) Momentum and motivation(5:48) Underneath every goal: State, Prove, and Self-assign(8:16) Alan’s thesis(12:07) Level of motivation and inner turmoil(14:55) At NLU, we want you to win! So, we’re giving you the tools and resources to ensure your success. Join our Monthly Meetup every first Thursday of the month at 6 PM.https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/(16:19) Kevin’s choice(17:22) Progress, change of standards, grace, and self-feedback(20:24) Constant expansion and contraction of standards and goals (22:00) Stay motivated and give grace to yourself(24:42) Right amount(30:37) OutroSend a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan LazarosNext Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.