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TRINSICALLY MOTIVATING and combined with the MOTIVATION TO

PERFORM FOR THE COUNTRY (ALTRUISTIC MOTIVE), THE FORCE IS

VERY STRONG.

Motivating ourselves to accomplish Goals

We have understood the concept of motivation. Now, we will learn about

motivating ourselves to accomplish goals. This will help us to energise our

daily lives.

Staying Fit

We all want to be fit, but rarely are we able to define what it means in specif-

ic terms. Usually it would be advice from a doctor, or self image, often with-

out a clear target. Let us see how we can make our motivation stronger in this

case. It is important to have a well defined, measurable clear goal.

1. I could lay down a goal like running 10 km in 40/50/60 minutes in 3

months. If I achieve this then my weight loss goal would get automatically

achieved, without having taken recourse to any popular (mostly unhealthy

diet plans). I would be healthier and stronger.

2. I could have a goal of “NOT FALLING ILL”, because I have to look after my

family and set an example for them. To attain this goal I have to exercise reg-

ularly and control my food intake: (ALTRUISTIC MOTIVE).

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