Affirmations For Staying Focused: Lessons from Rocky Balboa (Minus the Meat-Punching)
I recently watched an old film called “Rocky”. In the film, Rocky Balboa had to keep his eyes focused on winning a boxing match. He overcame many hurdles and endured physical exhaustion but remained focused and determined, and he punched a lot of meat — REALLY?
So, in the spirit of staying focused without the meat-punching, this daily affirmation will help you prioritize tasks, take breaks, and minimize distractions. You can crush goals and achieve success without unnecessary distractions.
Let’s stay in the ring and knock out those tasks like a true champion!
Focus is the boxing ring of life…if you take your eye off the fighter…you might get a paper cut!
In the boxing ring of life, you are the prize fighter, a lethal weapon😆 — okay, work with me here!
Like Rocky Balboa, you must keep your eye on the ultimate prize and not succumb to distractions. Keep moving and jabbing, float like a butterfly and sting like a bee — like the great Mohammed Ali. Deliver the knockout punches by staying focused and alert.
Pedro da Boleia Rocky Balboa — Theme Song (HD)
Still, feeling uninspired? No worries! Take a deep breath, visualize your goals, and channel your inner superhero to tackle your ‘to-do list’! Remember, with great determination comes great achievement. So go ahead and fight that day like the superhero you are!
Punch away those negative thoughts and kickbox that self-doubt.
So, you want to show the world what you’re made of? Put on your gloves, get in the ring, and…wait, sorry… hold on a second. Scratch that. Instead, head to your desks and get ready to conquer the day!😆
Now repeat after me — your daily affirmation
Daily Affirmation- STAY FOCUSED
I am focused and productive. I will prioritize my tasks and make a to-do list. This helps to keep me on track and keeps my head clear. I use my brain for imagination, not for holding lists.
I minimize distractions by turning off notifications and finding a quiet workspace. I do not scroll through social media, take unimportant calls or chat with colleagues until I have done what I intended.
I take breaks and recharge my energy when needed. I take regular breaks and try not to work for more than an hour without taking time out.
I visualize my success and keep a positive attitude. I know what I want to achieve by the end of that work session and visualize what it will look like.
Have a fabulously focused day!
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Who am I? I am Sophia, and I love to tell!
I run multiple businesses. I don't do much social media, but I make a good living. I frugally advertise my services, opting for clients to spread the word rather than just paid ads. I can write online while keeping my privacy. I share my ups and downs, and I'm here if you want to ask any questions. I run a property company, an educational agency, and I'm a keen investor in funds. I dabble in stocks, though I'm not great at picking them, but at least I hold for the long term and have just started buying shares. Renovating and fixing up properties is my thing. I never thought I'd be able to do that and spend my time writing online.
I was writing on Medium, hoping to grow my audience. I wrote for one year. On the week before my year was up, Medium said I was no longer eligible to be behind the paywall. Oh well. You win some, and you move on from some!
It's easy to make $50 on Medium. If you want to know how, read here. It's easy, but not a great ROI for entrepreneurs unless you love writing.
I think Medium is nice for many in developing countries as it provides a way for them to make money—if they aren't banned or removed for using the paywall. It's ironic that Medium still has me on their mailing list about pay and boosting when they've removed me. Rather bizarre. But if you're really set on making money on Medium, I have plenty of free articles—Medium made them free—that you can read to help you.
I was boosted three times and made up to $375 in one month. On average, I earned $160 per month, but that was with two hours of work each day.
Not sure how long Medium will be around, but you might as well milk it for all it’s worth if you’re inclined. I’m helping many people do just that! And rest assured, it's all legal—no illegal activities here! Despite what Medium thinks of me!
So there you have it. I am still working on my budget, my businesses are old and young! I have done so many things, from running a cleaning agency, teaching acting lessons, to ghost writing.
But again, I do not want to be a celebrity. I love to live behind the curtain and watch and observe as the so-called gurus and celebrities do their thing in the public eye. What a life.
Come with me on my rich journey, and let's see where we go. Let's get happy and wealthy together!
I will share tips and fun things about how I am managing to keep things ticking over and still have a debt-free life!