In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Sometimes, we need a little boost to help get us going on a task or project. Say out loud or write down the reason why you need to do something. Tell yourself the benefits of getting it done. For example, you might say, "I am going for a run right now because I want to become fitter" or "I need to do this homework so that I can get an A." Remind yourself of the dangers of procrastination. Promise yourself something like "If I get this done now, I can leave work early today" or "If I can get this out of the way, I can work on something more fun." Build a vision board with images that represent what you want to accomplish in your life. It will help serve as a reminder of what you really care about. You may dread hours of work, but if you break your day down into smaller segments, work can be easier to deal with. Start with easier tasks that you can complete quickly to build momentum. For example, instead of saying, "I have to work all morning," say, "I'm going to write this report in 1 hour, then I will go to the meeting at 11, and then it will be lunchtime." Block off segments and tasks in a planner or calendar app. Use different colors to mark off different tasks and time blocks. This can break up your day and make it easier to face. If you're dreading the task or activity, it can be difficult to start. In this case, find a way to make the task more exciting. You might include other people or challenge yourself in a new way. Mixing things up can also help you get things done. For example, if you want to become fitter but hate going to the gym, take an exercise class, such as kickboxing, Zumba, or barre. If you're studying for an exam, compete with a friend. See who can answer the most questions correctly or solve the problem the fastest. Even if it's just a small accomplishment, pat yourself on the back. You can give yourself a short break from work, treat yourself to a snack or latte, get a massage, or celebrate with friends. This can keep you excited and motivated for the next step. While it is important to avoid distractions, too much work can make you less productive. Schedule occasional breaks throughout your day. Make sure you also take longer breaks over the weekend to rest and refresh yourself. For example, you might take 5 minutes every hour to go to the bathroom or to stretch. Schedule these breaks so that you have something to look forward to. For example, you might tell yourself, "If I can get these reports done by 2 pm, I can go take a quick break." Avoid multitasking and getting distracted by checking emails and your phone. Your productivity will only suffer. When it comes to motivation, you can be your own worst critic. To push yourself to do what you need to, give yourself positive affirmations. Remember that you can get this task done if you put your mind to it. If you find yourself thinking negatively about a task, force yourself to restate it as a positive comment. For example, if you find yourself thinking, "I have too much work today. I'll never get it done," say instead, "If I start right now, it'll all get done before the deadline."
Summary: Remind yourself why you want to do something. Break down your work into smaller chunks. Make your activities fun. Promise yourself a reward when you get something done. Give yourself occasional breaks to avoid burnout. Tell yourself that you can accomplish anything.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Put 0.5 ounces (14.1 g) of goat cheese in a bowl and use a fork to start separating and condensing it. Add 2 tablespoons (30 g) of plain yogurt and mix the combination together until it's smooth and the goat cheese is fully mixed with the yogurt. You can get crumbled goat cheese if you'd like and skip the step on mashing it. You'll still need to mix the ingredients together though. Grab 2 slices of whole wheat, rye, or multigrain bread. Set them out on a plate and use a butter knife to spread the cheese and yogurt evenly over 1 side of each slice. If your smoked salmon is pre-cut, you can simply layer it on top of one of the slices of bread. If it isn't cut, use a chef's knife to trim 1.25 ounces (35.5 g) of smoked salmon into 4-5 thin slices. Thinner slices are better than thicker slices, since smoked salmon can have kind of an odd texture in a sandwich if you bite into a big chunk of it. Run a cucumber under cool water to clean it. Set it out on your cutting board and hold it down with your nondominant hand. Use a chef's knife to slice 1/4 of the cucumber into 0.51 inch (1.32.5cm) slices. Add them on top of your salmon. Take a lemon and cut it into 4-6 slices. Squeeze the lemon juice over your sandwich to give it some citrus flavor. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over your sandwich. You can also choose to add more salt and pepper or skip it completely. It's all a matter of personal preference. Add your second slice of bread on top of the salmon and enjoy your sandwich! You don't have to use all of the lemon. You can squeeze as much lemon juice over the sandwich as you'd like. Chives and dill are popular toppings that you can easily add to your sandwich. Your sandwich will be good for 1 day after you've made it. It won't hold for much longer than that before the bread starts to get soggy and the yogurt sauce starts to go bad.
Summary:
Mash your goat cheese with a fork and mix it with the yogurt. Spread the cheese and yogurt over 2 slices of bread. Add your smoked salmon to 1 of the slices of bread. Cut 1/4 of a cucumber into thin pieces and add them to your sandwich. Season your sandwich with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.