Despite 31 plus years of running and staying fit, I never felt like I truly motivated another person to run or stay fit. My motivation well is deep and fills anew each day. The first thing that runs through my mind when I awake is, "What workout can I do today?"
The thing that has slowly dawned on me is that motivating another person is actually impossible to do. It has to come from within and outside forces don't motivate very well. Sounds sorta sad, huh?
Encouraging another person is another thing entirely. It comes from a place that puts their needs and interests first. Support in helping someone attain their goals can be a wonderful thing. Who doesn't want someone to care and listen and show interest in their goals. So be it fitness, financial or life goals, I think I will just lend an open mind, heart and listen and encourage where I can.
