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Motivation is also classified as internal or external motivation.


                                                            Motivation



                                                  Intrinsic            Extrinsic
                                                 Motivation           Motivation


            Ð ÐInternal/Intrinsic motivation: In such cases, an individual demonstrates a desire to do his/her work without any
              external reward.

            Ð ÐExternal/extrinsic motivation: It occurs when we feel driven by outside forces to perform an activity, either to obtain
              a reward or to avoid punishment. For example, a student who is internally motivated will learn and complete the
              assignments on his/her own, whereas a student who is externally driven will complete lessons to avoid punishment
              or to gain reward. Motivation basically answers “why”, the reason behind doing a task.
            A  person  may  be  internally  or  externally  motivated  in  different  situations  or  may  be  driven  by  physiological  and
            psychological needs. One should identify the motivation on every occasion to handle oneself better.

              2.2 Positive attitude

            Positive attitudes tend to make people happier and can help them build and maintain healthy relationships. A positive
            attitude even increases the chances of success. Moreover, it can assist the person in making better decisions. When
            confronted with challenges, people who keep a positive attitude and remain optimistic are able to move forward more
            than those who keep a negative outlook. Being optimistic helps improve mental well-being as well as physical health.
            2.2.1 Finding Sources of Motivation and a Positive Attitude

            Following are the sources of motivation and inspiration:

            Ð ÐMusic: Music is the language of the soul. A good inspirational piece touches every heart and can help create miracles.
            Ð ÐBooks: Books are considered to be best friends. They expand our horizons of thinking. They help us visualise the
              unknown and uncharted territories beyond our capacities. Books about heroic acts, inspiring lives, and stimulating
              creativity help readers move beyond their routine lives.

            Ð ÐActivities: Engaging in positive and skill-enhancing activities keeps our spirits high. Competitions, games, simulations,
              and interviews for various committee positions are found to encourage, motivate, and inspire students.

            Ð ÐExpansive thoughts: Thinking and discussing big and positive ideas motivates us to reach our highest potential.
            Ð ÐLiving in the present: Being present where we are rather than where we are not brings peace and calm into our
              lives. A calm and peaceful mind can help us achieve wonders. This quality of being aware and conscious of oneself in
              the present moment is also called mindfulness. Mindfulness helps students pay attention, reduce stress, and helps
              promote a thoughtful approach towards life.

            Ð ÐDreaming big: Dreaming big is a journey, not a destination. Dreaming big helps us to be mentally prepared to take
              that big leap forward. Only when we aim high do we get motivated to work hard and achieve big things in life.

              2.3 stRess ManaGeMent

            Stress is a normal human reaction that happens to everyone. In fact, the human body is designed to experience stress
            and react to it. When we experience changes or challenges (stressors), our body produces physical and mental responses
            that are usually known as stress.
            If we manage and control our emotions, it helps us sail through. Some of the ways to manage stress are:

            Ð ÐExercise whenever symptoms of stress are coming on. Even a short walk can boost the mood.

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