Motivation is what keeps us going to meet our goals. At the start of a project you have lots of motivation and energy, and you’re focused on success. But over time you might find you need some cheerleading, some encouragement to keep going and maintain your momentum.

Luckily, there are more resources available than ever to help you keep focused on achieving your goals. As well as books, podcasts, and apps, there are hundreds of blogs focused on helping you meet your goal, whether it’s losing weight, getting fit, building your business, or getting that promotion.

There are so many of them it can be a bit overwhelming. The internet is a huge resource, and it helps to have a degree of self-awareness and a critical eye when it comes to working out what sort of motivational help is right for you. How do you respond best – do you need something you can see – a visual reminder of your goal? Do inspirational quotes keep you going? Do you need structure or inspiration? Do you respond better to a man or a woman?

Here are eight of the most popular motivational blogs to start with:

1. TED talks blog
   This blog has everything from future design to partnership to personal power. TED is one of the most popular blogs in the world. https://blog.ted.com/
2. Tiny Buddha
   Tiny Buddha focuses on personal development and finding personal peace and happiness. https://tinybuddha.com/
3. Awakening the Greatness
   Within Personal empowerment, with lots of inspirational quotes. AGW also offers a free ebook on goals. http://awakenthegreatnesswithin.com/
4. The Invisible Mentor
   The Invisible Mentor offers professional advice on skills and techniques to boost your workplace performance. http://theinvisiblementor.com/
5. Zen Habits
   Leo Babauta writes from his own experience of setting and achieving goals, from weight loss to motivation. His approach is grounded in simplicity and mindfulness. https://zenhabits.net/
6. Success
   Success focuses on business and entrepreneurship, as well as personal development and wellbeing. https://www.success.com/
7. Lifehack
   Lifehack is a high-energy site covering everything from health and fitness to improving productivity. There are options to sign up for newsletters and paid content, and a free e-book on time management. https://www.lifehack.org/
8. Think Simple Now
   A blog focused on personal development, aimed at helping you find inner clarity and focus on meeting your goals. http://thinksimplenow.com/

The big message from motivational blogs is that you’re not alone. You don’t have to do it by yourself, and there are so many people out there with tips and experience to help you. Blogs are a great addition to your support toolkit, all you have to do is find the right ones for you.