ARE YOU SELF-MOTIVATED?

Tickle Me Motivated
Daily Inspiration
John H. Sklare, Ed.D
Published July 11, 2007
http://www.lifescript.com/Soul/Self/Motivation/Tickle_Me_Motivated.aspx

I was having a discussion the other day with a colleague about self motivation, and we both strongly agreed that it is an essential ingredient in the formula for success. We also agreed that, unfortunately, most people have a serious lack of ability when it comes to motivating themselves to accomplish their goals. Oddly enough, in my experience, these are often the very same people who are absolutely excellent at motivating others. So why is it that some people can be such great cheerleaders for others, but when it comes to inspiring themselves, they fall way short of the target? In a nutshell, I think the problem that most people have with self motivation is very similar to the phenomenon of self tickling. Have you ever tried to tickle yourself? Isn’t it amazing how someone else can barely touch you and you can’t help but laugh, but YOU can’t produce a single giggle when you try to tickle yourself. Sounds strangely similar to self motivation if you ask me.

The dictionary defines self motivation as “The initiative to undertake or continue a task or activity without another’s prodding or supervision.” In learning theory, there are two kinds of motivation: intrinsic (internal) and extrinsic (external) motivation. According to the definition above, self motivation is an example of intrinsic motivation. Those of you who have the ability to self-motivate reap the benefits every day. But many find that trying to muster up self motivation leaves them just as frustrated and unsuccessful as trying to tickle themselves. However, finding the success you dream about, no matter what your goal, is not likely to happen if you don’t find a way to MAKE it happen.

Wishing You Great Health,
Dr. John H. Sklare


MY THOUGHTS

so, better start tickling yourself. i think self-motivation is a sign of real maturity. you do things without someone or something pushing you. and you take it even further by doing things well, even when no one's watching.