23/04/2021
For several weeks now I've been changing my food habits, drinking 1L of water per day, and in general following a really balanced meal plan that's made for me (yes, there's still some pasta in there 👀, and yes I'm increasing it to 2L- baby steps! 😅)
I stepped on the scale yesterday and saw that I lost 3kg! How great is that? Upon reflection, this is not what gave me further motivation or the greatest joy.
It was actually the feeling that I just wasn't stressed about the scale, the food, sticking to it or not- I felt there was harmony for the first time in what I'm doing and that is an intrinsic value (in my case it's health, harmony, compassion with myself).
When we've got the opposite going on, we would feel uninspired or exhausted sometimes, even after you've achieved your goal like learning a new language, completing taxes or a diet detox cleanse; or any number of things that you think would make you feel accomplished (and they might short-term)
We can identify this type of motivation to complete tasks or goals as extrinsic motivation. Essentially it's external values that motivate us, for example you're complying because of either an external reward or to avoid punishment. Or your motivation lies in seeking validation from others. More often than not, we find ourselves exhausted after a while and it all comes to a halt.
Of course we all have to get on with our obligations, chores, etc. but how do we BALANCE this when it's "me-time"?
So, what gives us a different kind of motivation that's self-inspired?
It could be dancing on the beach, hiking in nature, or healthy eating...it's up to you to really identify what gives you joy.
What will you be doing this weekend just for you?
🖋️tell me your favorite activity or place in the comments ❤️
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