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Motivation
Motivation is a driving force that compels an action towards a desired goal. The motivation to go to the dining
table is the hunger that elicits a desire to eat. Motivation is the purpose towards an action.
Motivation can be categorised in two types:
Intrinsic Motivation
It is the motivation that is driven by an interest or enjoyment in the task itself, and exists within you rather than
relying on external pressures. It is free from any desire or reward. Intrinsic motivation is a natural motivational
tendency which arrives from the feeling of having things under control.
Extrinsic Motivation
Extrinsic motivation comes from outside of the individual. Common extrinsic motivations are rewards in the
form of money for showing the desired behaviour, and the threat of punishment following misbehaviour.
Competition is also an extrinsic motivator because it encourages the performer to win and to beat others. A
cheering crowd and the desire to win a trophy also act as extrinsic incentives.
Self-motivation
Self-motivation is a force that keeps pushing us to go on and achieve our goals. It is our internal drive to keep
moving forward. It is a fundamental tool for reaching our goals, achieving our dreams, and succeeding in life.
Some people are highly self-motivated, while others require imposition. With self-motivation, you will learn and
grow – regardless of the specific situation. That is why, it is such a fundamental tool for reaching goals, achieving
dreams, and succeeding in journey of life.
Eight Steps to Self-motivation
v Start Simple: Keep motivators around your work area – things that give you an initial spark to get going.
These motivators will be the triggers that remind you to get going.
v Keep Good Company: Make more regular encounters with positive and motivated people. This could be as
simple as a quick discussion with a friend who likes sharing ideas. Positive and motivated people are very
different from the negative ones. They will help you grow and see opportunities during tough times.
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