The Science of Motivation
Why do 45% of people drop their New Year’s resolutions within the first month? How can we set goals and stick to them? Why is it so difficult of us to stay motivated?? Watch the video below to learn more about the science behind what motivates us (and what doesn’t).
4-Step Process for Effective Goal Setting
From “Thriving in the Community College & Beyond” by Cuseo, Thompson, McLaughlin and Moono
- Gaining Self Awareness
- Interests, abilities, talents, tendencies, values
- Gaining Awareness of Your Options
- Choices available to you
- Gaining Awareness of the Options That Best Fit You
- Goals that align with your interests, abilities, values, and needs
- Gaining Awareness of the Process
- Specific steps you need to take to achieve your chosen goals
Having motivation is imperative if you wish to reach your goals. You need to make a strong personal commitment if you wish to attain a goal. No matter how clear and well organized the plan or timeline, a goal will never be achieved without a fierce promise to yourself to work toward it.
The 3 D’s of Motivation
- Drive
- Discipline
- Determination
