Have you ever woken up in the morning feeling like you have no desire to do anything?
Or sit at work or school and just want the day to pass quickly
Have you ever envied those people on social media who always seem to be able to accomplish their goals, and wonder why you can't be as motivated and disciplined as them?
Actually, there is a very simple idea that will keep you motivated on a daily basis. It's not something trivial about making a mindset, like asking you to be grateful or waking up early. The idea was born from a real and feasible approach, and it was thanks to it that countless successful people achieved their goals. Here's an inspiring story that will reveal the secret for you.
The protagonist of this story is named David, an 18-year-old high school student. He grew up in a difficult family and lived with his father and sister. My mother died of illness at an early age. His father had to work hard to earn money to support the family, and David only saw him for 15 minutes a day after school, after which he had to go out to work.
David craves the attention and approval of the school's older kids as a father he doesn't have. But unfortunately, these people persuaded him to do bad things, such as stealing, skipping school, and going to field parties. David's life gradually drifted off track.
However, one night, when David returned home from a party, he saw two police cars parked in the driveway and a large hole in the window of the house. The police were talking to their weeping sister.
Kid, are you David?The policeman asked.
Yes, what's going on?What about my dad?”
Child, sit down. ”
The police explained that the two gangsters tried to break into their home and happened to be discovered by David's father. In self-defense, one of the gangsters took his life.
David listened incredulously, as the policeman's words seemed to describe a nightmare. His father, the most important pillar, passed away in an instant, and David suddenly became the pillar of the family, shouldering the heavy responsibility of supporting the family. He has no relatives to rely on, and there is little left for his daily livelihood. How are you and your sister good?The two faced the plight of homelessness and starvation.
David was forced to drop out of school and work full-time at an auto repair shop. He scrubbed dirty parts and swept the floor all day. After work, I hurried home to buy my sister some cheap food and help her with household chores and Xi. However, after a few months, David began to make ends meet. Sometimes they can't even afford to buy food.
David tried to find a second job, but no one wanted to hire him as poor-skilled, poor-educated, and poor. Life is bleak. David loves his sister deeply and just wants to give her a good life. Now that I am isolated and have no future, I can't help but feel lost and sad.
One day, David approached the owner of the auto repair shop and wanted to find a job that would make more money. The boss said, "I can't give you a raise, but we have a vacancy." If you know how to fix cars. Can you do it?”
David said, "Well, I have some experience. ”
The boss was surprised and said, "What?".So you can repair the car, but you have been cleaning here with me, and I didn't mention repairing the car before?”
I need this job to earn money to support my family, but I didn't expect you to lack a repairman, boss. David replied.
The boss said, "Well, in three weeks I'm going to test four of the repairmen who applied for the job and test their speed and skill in repairing the damaged engine to see if you have the potential." If you need to Xi, this book covers the basics of engines. This new job pays twice as much as you do now. ”
That night, David began to delve into the tome of the technical book. The situation of his orphan and widow made it difficult for him, and this job meant life and death for himself and his sister. The empty cupboards and the chill creeping up his spine reminded him that he had to win the race.
Over the next three weeks, David read almost every word of the book five or six times, rehearsing it in his mind, imagining that he was assembling the parts of the book, imagining possible points of failure and solutions. Due to the lack of physical objects, he looked more closely at the car parts that needed to be cleaned while working, playing with them in his hands, and studying the position function of each corner and slot. When he was tired and wanted to give up, his sister's frightened and confused face lingered, which became a source of motivation for David.
On the day of the assessment, David and three other professional technicians stood in front of their respective workstations. The boss signals where the engine fault is, and sees who can fix it and start it the fastest. David carefully examined, troubleshooted, and gradually solved one problem after another. Even if the sweat is raining and the hands are unstable, I can imagine my sister starving and freezing in the cold winter if she is homeless. Finally, the last step is complete and the engine is about to start successfully.
At this moment, there was a loud "boom", another mechanic repaired the car, and the engine was roaring. The boss smiled and shook the man's hand in celebration, telling David to clean up his tools.
The moment the dream was shattered, tears welled up in my eyes. All his hard work is meaningless, where should he and his sister's livelihood go?How to face the next rent, heating, winter?All kinds of sorrows linger in my heart.
A few hours later, David was summoned by his boss to talk. The boss said, "I checked your engine and you almost succeeded, but the fuel filter was not cleaned in time. Speed is important, and customers demand fast and efficient service. I also checked your background and read the newspaper reports about your family's incident, which I regret. ”
David was silent.
The boss continued: "Answer me, did you lie before that you would repair a car to apply for a job?".”
David blushed and admitted.
The boss said, "I guess too, you lied to take care of your family for this higher-paying job." I understand. ”
That's right. David replied.
The boss said, "So your solution is to claim to be able to fix cars, and then I happen to give you a technical book, and you come to the interview with the mentality of giving it a try."”
Yes. The boss smiled: "You are so bold!."I've never seen anyone fix an engine without experience. You must be a strong Xi player. You're still humble, though, and that's good. ”
David said: "I usually wipe those parts, and I am familiar with them. I really need this job. ”
The boss said, "I understand. But the rule is not to hire inexperienced people, so theoretically you fail the exam. But I have a different suggestion. ”
David suddenly came to his senses.
The boss said, "I want you to be my assistant for a while." I've never seen anyone learn about cars as quickly as you do, you have the talent for it, and you have the motivation to work hard because of your family environment. You're just missing a little bit of guidance. Although it can't give you a full salary, it can be slightly increased to help you get through the current difficulties in life. In the future, you will have a higher income when you become a professional tradesman. I have only one request. ”
What are the requirements?”
In the future, you are not allowed to lie to me again. I can understand that what you did before was purely for the sake of your family. Do we have an agreement?”
Yes!I promise never to lie again, and I will work very hard and do whatever you ask. ”
Very good, then from tomorrow, come to report at 6 o'clock every day, and get ready to work hard. ”
Since then, David has been obsessed with car repair. In my spare time, I read books, ask people for advice, and attend industry conferences. This became the key to changing the fate of himself and his sister.
Half a year later, David's skills were among the best in the shop, surpassing many of the old mechanics. In another six months, he was already one of the best mechanics in the city. No one can keep up with his greedy thirst to learn more.
In 1519, Cortés led 500 men to conquer an island. After landing, he was strongly resisted by the islanders. Cortés ordered the incoming ships to be burned, cutting off the back road, and fate was life or death. Many people burst into unimaginable potential at a life-or-death moment.
Similarly, David is in a situation where he has to succeed or nothing. His and his sister's survival hung in the balance of repairing the engine. It's a matter of life and death.
If you're reading this and want to start a business or change your body size, you might as well use the "burn the boat" approach. Like quitting your job and finding a way to make ends meet on your own. Moving out of your parents' home and refusing financial support from relatives and friends. Or make a bet with a friend and give him $5,000 and must have six-pack abs in eight months, or the money will go to him. This will force you to do whatever it takes to achieve success, because failure is no longer an option.
Of course, this strategy is not universal, and you need to set reasonable goals and be cautious. But for some, it's a necessary means to achievement.
Thanks** and goodbye!