Decision Is Motivation

Hi friends,

I've read something a long time ago about the source of motivation. If I recall correctly, the book argues that motivation stems from your decision to act on something. It is concluded that motivation will never come if you don't decide on doing it. Essentially, people can't give you motivation. Only you can give yourself motivation.

I kinda agree with the idea. But if I could suggest any comments on the conclusion, I would add an element of mind priming into the motivation equation.

I feel like my motivation is somehow finite. So after that initial blast of decisiveness I've achieved, I could only go on so long until I'll be tired again. At certain point, my motivation needs to be replenish. Personally, I think the way for me to replenish my motivation tank is to get some priming in my mind to get things going. Once I've instilled some stimulus in my head consuming all the positive boost, the decision to take action will be its natural response. Hence, I'll be motivated.

As of current, I would start my day by watching a 4 minutes motivational video on YouTube. It's literally me going on YouTube, searching for 'motivational videos' and filter the duration to be less than 4 minutes. I'll just click on any video and watch it. Giving my undivided attention.

The extent to which how effective this is, is still uncertain. But the idea of taking action to prime myself to take action on something, is an idea I find solace in doing. It's all about taking it one step at a time and keep on moving. Afterall, it's a lifestyle I'm building here.

I'm curious to know as to what ways do you replenish your motivation tank?

PS: Got myself to do this after a friend suggested me to do so. Thanks friend.

Cheers.