Newton’s Second Law
Newton’s second law–When a force acts on an object, the object accelerates in the direction of the force. This means that objects with more mass require more force to move the same distance as lighter objects.
Which of these two will be the easiest to move?
Which brings me to thinking about the “roadblocks” in my life, the obstacles, the “stuff” and the problems that I can’t seem to overcome. How much weight do I give them? How much mass have they achieved over the years? Just how “big” are they in relation to my wished for and dreamed of alternatives?
So, what does this mean in real life?
First of all, I think it explains why it’s so much easier to set small, easy, or fun tasks as goals and actually get them accomplished. For example, one of my granddaughters set a goal for this project that she would spend equal time with both of her dogs. She’s doing an excellent job of achieving that goal because it’s fun, it’s easy, and it’s something she enjoys doing.
It also explains why it’s so much easier to file my tax return the day it’s due, rather than filing early. The force of the IRS is way stronger than my resistance to filling out paperwork. So, it does get done.
I’m pretty sure that if my mother was coming for a visit, and going to stay with me, I’d have that faucet replaced … and the house cleaned… and the lawn mowed … and the car washed…. all done before she got here. Obviously, a visit from my mother carries more “weight” and has more “force” than my own sort of day dreamy idea of having a working faucet.
Obviously, it’s way easier to kick a soccer ball than it is to kick a brick wall.
And yet, how many times do we set ourselves up for failure by not taking into account the “brick wall” we are trying to move?
How many motivational memes, how much self recrimination, how many self help books will help this little guy succeed in kicking that brick wall all the way out into left field?
I’d say… none! Something more is needed.
So, what’s the brick wall that you’re running into? What is your wall made of, why is it so solid, how much mass does it have, how much weight have you given it, how much space does it take up… Figure these things out, and you might be well on your way to actually making some real progress.
9 Quick Tricks for Overcoming Inertia
Inertia is a scientific fact. As a matter of fact, it’s Newton’s First Law.
- Objects at rest stay at rest.
- Objects in motion stay in motion.
Newton’s first law of motion states that “An object at rest stays at rest and an object in motion stays in motion with the same speed and in the same direction unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.”
Objects tend to “keep on doing what they’re doing.” In fact, it is the natural tendency of objects to resist changes in their state of motion. This tendency to resist changes in their state of motion is described as inertia.
- Inertia: the resistance an object has to a change in its state of motion.
You can beat inertia by simply making yourself take action in a different direction. Get moving. DO SOMETHING – do anything that will pull you out of your current most comfortable state.
- Watching TV? Turn the television off and go outside.
- Trolling Facebook? Log out and take a shower.
Whatever activity or inactivity you seem to be stuck in, knock yourself out of that flow and into a new one. Don’t just think about it. Take a deep breath and actually DO it.
And, just in case you need to put it off DOING something for just a few more minutes, we have here, from Always Well Within, a mix of methods to rouse yourself out of inertia and inaction. Read through them. According to the author, one of them almost always works. Be skillful by choosing one that fits your particular circumstances and mood.
- Just get started. Do anything to get the energy and inspiration moving. Start anywhere: in the beginning, middle or end.
- Remove distractions. Knowing you are prone to inertia, don’t let distractions lure you away from your goal.
- Have a preset plan for your project. Then follow it no matter what.
- Do the fun parts to get out of your funk. I know it sounds like cheating, but it really gets the juices flowing again.
- Remember your purpose and rekindle your belief in your work.
- Allow yourself to do a mindless task for a short but set amount of time. Then get on with your work in progress.
- Taking a nap always refreshes me and makes me more enthusiastic to get back on track.
- Go for a walk and get some fresh air. The luxury of space and increased oxygen to your brain can easily refresh your view.
- Take a day off and thoroughly enjoy your self. We all have lulls in our motivation. It’s OK for you to have one too.
The brain needs downtime to replenish itself. Inertia may be a sign that you are not taking enough mental breaks during the day, which are crucial to increase productivity and boost attention. Inertia might also indicate it’s time to check in with yourself to see if this is the right project for you.
No More Excuses!
Get moving, get doing, get started!
When Your Goal Is Impossible
When I was researching inspirational, motivational stuff to encourage us as we work on this project, I found a short article about a movie about survival, grit, determination, and a refusal to give up. It’s about a plane carrying an Uruguayan rugby team went down in the Andes mountains 38 years ago.
The film brings to life the experiences of 29 people who survived the crash and struggled to remain alive in the snow and freezing temperatures of the Andes for three interminably long months. An avalanche takes the lives of eight of them one morning. Five others die from their injuries and exposure during the ordeal. After learning by radio that efforts to find them had been called off, two of the survivors set out on an impossible odyssey to breach the Andes and send a rescue team back.
At one point during their quest one of them calls to his friend, “Come up here, man, you’ve got to see this, it’s beautiful.” The audience thinks he sees civilization. The camera pans to his view to show a nauseating infinity of snow-capped mountain peaks. No end in sight.
His friend says, “We’re going to die up here.” And the other replies, “Do you know what it is that we made it this far? It’s impossible, that’s what it is. If we’re going to die, we’re going to die walking.”
They breach the Andes. They find their way to the green valleys of Chile and make contact with the outside world. The closing scene of the film is of the survivors hearing helicopter engines and then seeing the choppers come into full view, with the two friends that saved them waving from inside.
I found the full version of the movie on YouTube, in case anyone wants to watch it. There’s also a book, it’s Miracle in the Andes by Nando Parrado.
Derailed?
Am I the only one having trouble getting their goals accomplished?
Yesterday, I found myself wishing that I could do a system reset, and go back in time and have a goal of 20 minutes a day on the treadmill … or I dunno… getting a bunch of work done on my website … or … something else… anything else!
So, if I’m not alone in my struggle… here’s what I have to say to us.
- What you resist persists.
- Sometimes the only way out is through.
- Just do it!
Lightening Things Up
LOL
Just Do It!
It has been my experience with the Prosperity Project, that somewhere around day 10 or 11, I begin to lose my excitement, my enthusiasm, my drive. I also tend to procrastinate, and have a history of completing projects and tasks at the last conceivable moment. I’m probably not the only one, so I’ve brought Shia LeBeouf in to give us a talking to:
I also found this one. “I’m sorry Shia,
I’m afraid I can’t do that.
LOL”
LOL
So, are we motivated now?
Divine Intervention
In India, Ganesh is often prayed to before embarking upon any business endeavor or trip. It’s thought his invocation brings protection and success. Ganesh mantras can be a powerful tool to stir the mind and create lasting change in your life.
I thought we might want to use one of them to help us with our goals. Especially those of us who are still in the “procrastination phase” of completing our goals.
When things seem to not be going your way, you can chant this mantra to get Ganesh to help remove and clear the current obstacles that are blocking your progress. The mantra is as follows:
Om Vakratundaya Hum
Here’s a musical version and a video:
Something Motivational
Here’s a great collection of motivational quotes to get us motivated! Pick the one you like the best and share it on your Facebook page. Let it be your mantra for today… tomorrow… maybe even the rest of the week.
So, are we motivated now?
Music Anyone?
Lively music is a great mood lifter and energy mover. I thought I’d upload some cool train related music to get our engines warmed up, so we can get moving and doing.
And if the Doobie Brothers don’t float your boat, check out this list of the 23 best train songs ever written.
A Helping Hand
If you need help, ask for it.
There’s no law that says you have to everything by yourself.
Bible verses don’t often resonate with me, but this does. It’s from Ecclesiastes 4: 9 – 12
Two are better than one,
because they have a good return for their labor:
If either of them falls down,
one can help the other up.
But pity anyone who falls
and has no one to help them up.
Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm.
But how can one keep warm alone?
Though one may be overpowered,
two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.
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