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How do you stay motivated?
To take action, we need a certain level of motivation.
Sometimes, we just don't feel like doing anything, but then we still do it because we have the discipline.
I would still argue that there are motivational forces behind the action, but they are different.
Over the past 5 years, I have become obsessed with motivation.
Why can I spend 8+ hours playing the same video game, but I can't focus for 30 minutes on my homework?
During school, my parents and teachers were frustrated, but I didn't really care because I didn't think that the homework would help me in any way. Video games, on the other hand, helped me overcome a challenge and socialize with my friends.
That is the work of motivational drives that dictate everything we do.
I like to break them down into 4 major ones:
- Positive Motivation = Purpose & Meaning
- Negative Motivation = Punishment, Scarcity & Urgency
- Extrinsic Motivation = Rewards and accomplishments
- Intrinsic Motivation = Creativity and social connections
As you can see, homework only hits negative motivation and scare tactics, which weren't as effective on me. Low neuroticism rules ❤️🔥
However, video games tap into almost all of the core drives.
With a compelling story like The Witcher, we find a deeper meaning within the narrative.
We feel good about ourselves because we make progress, level up and become stronger.
As we understand the game, we can even get creative and think about the best use of different potions to counter specific enemies.
After I discovered that about games, I started to apply this in my real life.
Every time I don't feel like doing an important task, I ask myself:
"How can I make this fun?"
That is how I stay motivated because I try to stack as many motivational drives as possible.
Now, I'd like to hear from you.
How do you stay motivated?
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