The word motivation brings all sorts of dreams, aspirations, drives, intentions and efforts to us. So what is this force that is intangible and powerful that drives us to do various actions intentionally and unintentionally.
Every person needs a certain amount of push to accomplish their task. This push is either external or internal. This is what provokes people to do their tasks or actions. Internal motivation comes from one’s own self while external motivation comes from the environment. For example, a student studying hard for the exams is intrinsically motivated towards accomplishment of his goal to perform well. On the other hand when a student is motivated by his teacher to study hard for the exams, he is externally motivated.
Motivational forces can be negative and/or positive. Sometimes forces such as fear and anger can also drive you to a certain behavior. Positive motivation is generally an action which includes enjoyment and optimism about the tasks that one is doing. Negative motivation on the other hand pushes one to do a task because one fears failure or facing an angry boss if work not completed on time etc.
In the journey of a student, one experiences all kinds of motivation including loss of motivation at times. It is important to know that negative motivation is equally effective and important as positive motivation.
There are many ways in which a person can motivate himself or herself. It is said that company of inspiring people around you can be a great source of motivation. Also, reading motivating articles, motivational quotes or listening to motivational talks can pep you up in a great way.
It is important that one does not lose motivation especially in critical times such as exams, interviews, project deadlines, presentations, important meetings etc. After all, motivation is the fuel that helps us to reach and realize our dreams and goals. Getting motivated and feeling motivated is important to move and tread on the path of success.