How to Motivate Yourself

The article says motivation is uneven and that people often end up just going through the motions when they need to work. It presents seven practical suggestions from Quora users for getting back to work with more energy and follow-through.

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• Reframe difficult work as part of a larger career path instead of treating it as drudgery.
• Break a large goal into smaller pieces so the work feels less daunting.
• Keep a daily reading habit, even if it seems unrelated to work motivation.
• Remove tasks that are both unnecessary and draining.
• Set a quit time so you do not expect yourself to stay energized all the time.
• Start doing the work instead of waiting to feel motivated.
• Notice and reward small wins instead of waiting only for a distant payoff.