I'm sure most people have heard the phrase "no pain, no gain" in reference to achieving a goal. While I don't think all goals should necessarily be painful, I think there's certainly some validity in experiencing a level of discomfort.
If reaching a goal was easy and didn't require motivation, would there really be a sense of true accomplishment upon completion? Isn't pushing yourself beyond your limits kind of exhilarating? Even if you don't revel in discomfort, try telling yourself otherwise. Convince yourself that the unease you feel is a good thing because it's pushing you one step closer to your goals. The more you begin to associate your difficulties with positive results, the more motivated you'll feel.
