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Intrinsic Motivation/Self-Motivation
It covers activities for which there is no obvious reward but that provides happiness and fulfilment. People are internally
motivated to accomplish something because it gives them pleasure. They believe it is significant or what they are
learning is significant. Motive or goal-related incentives can fulfil a person's needs.

Extrinsic Motivation
It occurs as a result of external rewards or incentives. For example, employees who are hired on a contractual basis for an
extended period may become dissatisfied and quit the organisation as a result of a lack of motivation or incentives.

Factors Influencing Self-Motivation
Some of the factors that influence self motivation are as follows:

• Finding and Listing Motives (Needs and Desires): Self-motivation begins by identifying what drives you. These can
include both basic needs (like food, safety, and health) and personal desires (such as career goals, relationships, or
personal achievements). By listing your motives, you can clarify what you're striving for and create a stronger sense of
purpose.

• Finding Sources of Motivation and Inspiration: External sources of inspiration play a key role in fueling
self-motivation. These may include music, books, activities, or even role models. Listening to an inspiring song, reading
an uplifting story, or engaging in creative activities can reignite your passion and help you stay motivated.
• Expansive Thoughts: Cultivating an expansive mindset means thinking beyond your current limitations. It encourages
you to challenge the status quo and seek growth opportunities. When you think expansively, you envision possibilities
that push you toward greater accomplishments and higher standards.
• Living Fully in the Present Moment: Self-motivation is also influenced by the ability to stay present and focused. By
living fully in the moment, you avoid distractions and procrastination, keeping your energy focused on the task at hand.
This improves productivity and reduces stress, making it easier to stay motivated.
• Dreaming Big: Big dreams fuel motivation by providing a long-term vision. When you set ambitious goals, you are
more likely to push yourself harder, overcome obstacles, and stay focused on what you ultimately want to achieve.
Dreaming big helps you build a sense of possibility and excitement that sustains your motivation through challenges.

2.1.2 Positive Attitude

A positive attitude makes people happy and aids in the formation and maintenance of relationships. It can even improve
one’s chances of success. Furthermore, it might assist the individual in making better selections. For people who retain
a positive or optimistic attitude in life, events and obstacles are more likely to succeed than those who have a negative
attitude. A positive mindset contributes to better mental and physical health.

Methods for Fostering a Positive Attitude
It takes time and work to cultivate a happy mindset. The following are some strategies for maintaining a positive attitude:
• • •Begin your day with a morning ritual. Say positive affirmations, smile frequently, and consider the chores to be
completed during the day.
• • •Fill the mind with positive thoughts by reading encouraging books, listening to music with uplifting lyrics, watching
inspiring movies, and so on.

• • •Take the initiative. A proactive individual determines how to feel regardless of what is going on around him/her or
what the day might bring.
• • •Concentrate on what is constructive and beneficial. Do not approach life with ‘issues.’ Approach it with a ‘solutions’
mindset.
• • •Failure teaches us valuable lessons. Consider what could have been done better and strive toward those goals.
• • •Learn to concentrate on the current moment. Anxiety over past and future occurrences is the main source of negativity.

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