Mom Works It Out by Angela Gillis

Episode #7: Inspirations and motivations

We Beat Fat
Episode #7: Inspirations and motivations

From the kitchen table:

The topic of the week: Inspirations and motivations

Definition of motivation:
the act or an instance of motivating, or providing with a reason to act in a certain way.  Motivations are internal features.

Definition of inspiration:

the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. Inspirations are external forces.

Inspirations in our life:

What inspires you to get going?  What kind of things are you looking for inspirations for?

Where do you find your inspirations?  Do you consider yourself an inspiration to others?  

What has been your inspiration lately?

Motivations:

What are your motivations?  How do you stay motivated?  Are motivations just personal things?

Tips for finding motivation

Showing some gratitude

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