Motivational Guru Asks, "Are You Living in a Funk?"

Best-selling motivational author and speaker Shawn Anderson has a mission of empowering one million people to lead a more positive and purposeful life. Often that means encouraging others to escape what he calls the "funk."

First, Anderson says it is important to accept responsibility when dullness sets in. "If you're unhappy or bored with your life, take a long look in the mirror. You created whatever you are living that you don't like, and you can un-create it, too." Anderson continues, "If you want out of the rut in which you're trapped, quit making excuses, pointing fingers, and waiting for a hero to rescue you. Be your own hero."

Second, Anderson shares that for long-term change to happen, it is critical to be patient and to not expect life-changing miracles overnight. "Magic wands with the power to change everything with a single swish don't exist. It's impossible to reinvent yourself in a single day, and 180 degree change doesn't happen that way," Anderson shares. "Lasting transformation, however, does happen when we take positive daily steps towards creating the change we desire. Small steps taken daily add up to big changes in the future."

Third, Anderson says, "Don't wait for the perfect moment before you choose to create the changes you want in your life." He continues, "Waiting for the perfect scenario to unfold before we make changes only prolongs our existence in Mediocreland. Go for it today because tomorrow might not arrive."