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I find meditation a great way to relax and de stress. Think about why you are avoiding meditation and address these reasons. Do you not have the time? Are you becoming frustrated due to previous unsucessful meditation?
If you dont have the time or interest to meditate for an hour, try half an hour, 20 minutes, ten minutes - it all counts, you dont have to spend hours!
I always find that scheduling time aside in the day for meditation really helps as it becomes part of your routine and you will find yourself looking forward to that hours peace and quiet.

I forgot that very good point, soothing music always helps me get in the mood for meditating.

I like to burn some relaxing incense.  There is something about the scent that puts me in the mood.  Also taking a nice hot bath will alway motivate you.   Once you get your body ready motivation will come all on its own.   

I like to make meditation a reward instead of something I have to do. If I accomplish a work or personal goal, I get to set aside time for meditation. This helps me look forward to the time I spend meditating instead of putting it off. I also focus better and enjoy it more.

I have a special chair which I use to meditate. Because I associate it with meditation and a deep sense of peace, as soon as I sit in it, my mind begins to get quiet and my body begins to relax.

I would suggest that you find a place where you feel comfortable and peaceful and use it consistently for your meditation practice. At those times when you don't feel motivated to meditate, you can still sit there and be quiet.  While you are sitting there, you might then want to practice meditation. If not, just taking yourself away from the fast pace of daily life can be of tremendous benefit to you.

There are many forms of meditation. Just being quiet and still is one of them.