Friend #2: motivation is something that pushes you further into your life whether it’s your goals, etc.

Friend 2: i think that motivation is a sort of inspiration in a way, something that gets you out of bed in the morning!! Like a goal that you aspire to complete, etc. what gets me motivated is probably my parents, i see them getting their second degree despite being their 50s and it’s very inspiring to me.

Dad: To get motivated, try breaking down big tasks into smaller steps, setting realistic goals, and finding your “why” (what’s the purpose behind what you’re doing?)

Friend #2: “Motivation is something that makes us take action to achieve our goals in life.”

Friend 2: I think motivation is a desire to do something or multiple things such as day to day tasks. I get motivated by finding new hobbies, talking to friends and family about things Im passionate about and taking care of myself such as going to the gym and eating properly

Friend 3: I would say motivation is having drive to work towards a goal and I would say I get motivated through family and friends and just my own personal goals

Sister: Motivation is a choice, it’s not a feeling. It’s the action of choosing to get up and do no matter the circumstances. There’s a false narrative that you “get” motivated but when it’s reliant on feelings, it fades quickly. When you choose to be persistent, that’s true motivation.

Friend #2: “Motivation is something that makes us take action to achieve our goals in life.”

A good life for my kids motivates me"

2) "Motivation is the want and determination to do something commonly from having a set goal" and "Goku" (role models) as what motivates them

friend # 2: hmm i would say motivation is having the willpower do to things with relative ease. im honestly not very good at motivating myself😭 maybe just like getting ready w makeup and an outfit motivated me like look good feel good yk

friend # 3: That is a really interesting question about motivation. I think off the top of my head that I would describe motivation as in a triangle with desire and discipline.

You need to have something that you want to accomplish, a goal, whatever it is, whether it be feeling good or getting good grades. Recognizing your desire then cultivating the discipline to do the things you need to do in order to get what you want. And motivation is in the middle of that.

You need motivation to find discipline but you also need discipline to stay

#2 The feeling of accomplishment

#3 Obligation

Sister #2- “Motivation is the desire of completing a goal or a task and the want of achieving such goal to feel accomplished within the task or as a person

I get motivated by choosing near sighted goals, future goals, and achievements within the things I know I enjoy to do or learn about”

friend 2: i think what motivates me is the end result of what i’m doing i know i’ll be happy once i finish what i’m working towards

I get motivated by starting a dopaminergic task or by taking my ADHD meds

i.e. starting to clean something makes me more motivated to clean

I think I’m motivated by a desire to provide a stable life for myself and my daughters. Ive been motivated by different things during my life it can change as you grow older.

Friend 2: motivation is the idea of locking in and not being lazy, something that motivates me is famous athletes that never gave up.

Mom- motivation is a desire, and it’s a choice!

Most responses show extrinsic motivation, such as working for rewards, grades, money, or recognition. However, some also mention intrinsic motivation, like personal enjoyment or self-improvement.

2. What themes or patterns do you see in motivation?

A common pattern is that people are motivated when their goals feel meaningful or when they expect a clear reward. Another theme is that motivation increases when people feel a sense of control, belonging, or competence in what they are doing.

3. What theories do you see in action here?

• Self-Determination Theory is seen when people talk about autonomy, competence, or relationships as motivators.

• Incentive Theory shows up when people focus on external rewards like money or grades.

• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs appears when motivation relates to social belonging, achievement, or self-growth.