The hottest Motivation Substack posts right now

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Looking at our why(s) 🤔

#The100DayProject Newsletter • 1159 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Community Motivation
  1. Consider different motivations for starting a project such as having fun, practicing a skill, or producing a specific outcome.
  2. Choose a project that aligns with your current goals and interests, whether it be for enjoyment, skill improvement, or goal achievement.
  3. Reflect on your 'why' by visually representing your motivations through charting, doodling, or other creative exercises.
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First do it, then do it right, then do it better.

Elevate • 1153 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Personal Development Growth Entrepreneurship Self-Improvement
  1. Just start somewhere - Begin with a simple step to kick off the journey towards success
  2. The Power of Starting - Taking the first step energizes and motivates us, leading to progress and eventual success
  3. First, Do It, Do It Right, Do It Better - Embrace the MVP mindset, refine and correct, and strive for continuous improvement on your journey

The 13 New Books to Expand Your Mind in 2023

Granted • 7906 implied HN points • 28 Jan 23
📚 Literature Fiction Self-help Philosophy Nonfiction Motivation
  1. Tim Urban's book 'What's Our Problem?' offers insightful analysis on societal issues and how to combat polarization and tribalism.
  2. Nedra Glover Tawwab's 'Drama Free' provides valuable advice on handling family relationships, emphasizing the importance of mental health in families.
  3. Bill Hammack's 'The Things We Make' unravels the engineering behind human masterpieces, making engineering concepts accessible even for those who don't love math.

The 11 New Idea Books to Spring into Summer

Granted • 5690 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
📚 Literature Motivation Work Social Change Thinking
  1. Motivation is key: Explore books on perfectionism, finding motivation, and unleashing creativity to overcome obstacles and move forward.
  2. Work-life balance matters: Discover titles advocating for good quality jobs, designing work around life, and finding significance in work for a fulfilling career.
  3. Social change and innovation are crucial: Learn from books on sparking revolutions, promoting inclusivity, and reimagining government for a more inclusive and digital future.

7 Reasons to Stop Being Lazy in 2024

Litverse • 139 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-help Productivity Motivation Inspiration Mindfulness
  1. Laziness is equated with greed and ugliness by the author, representing a lack of contribution to life
  2. Being idle leads to stagnation and loss of self, portraying idle people as uninteresting swamp creatures
  3. Earn your leisure by balancing work and relaxation, engaging in constructive leisure activities rather than aimless consumption

Health Homework (32) Learn to use the bipolarity of INSPIRATION and OPPOSITION to (Re)Fuel your Motivation

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 58 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Exercise Books Self-Improvement Mindfulness
  1. Using opposition as a spark for motivation and action is an effective strategy.
  2. Interacting with motivational material like books can provide perspective and insights.
  3. Personal evaluation and comparison of motivational resources can help in determining their utility for individual growth.

The Way of the Scroll

The Carousel • 36 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Art Humor Inspiration Friendship Motivation
  1. The article explores different types of successful posters on the internet, like Wrinkle Finders, Insight Miners, Gonzo Reporters, Parasocial Friends, Rise and Grinders, and Beauty Promoters.
  2. Successful posters offer emotional benefits to their audience, such as factual truth, emotional truth, adventure, humor, motivation, and beauty.
  3. Different types of successful posters engage with their audience in unique ways, from sharing surprising information to creating emotional connections through humor or aesthetics.

The Big Lie About Success

The Leadership Lab • 118 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellbeing Happiness Strengths Self-Improvement Motivation
  1. Success does not guarantee enduring happiness - beware of the Arrival Fallacy that assumes achieving a goal will bring lasting joy.
  2. Believing in the Arrival Fallacy can lead to a constant feeling of something missing, as true happiness requires a different mindset than just striving for success.
  3. Use the Arrival Fallacy as a short-term motivator, but focus on developing contentment and happiness for long-term well-being.

Want to Shake Up Your Life? Create an 'Artificial Beginning'

The Profile • 58 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-Improvement Mental health Wellness Motivation
  1. Creating artificial beginnings can help create a 'before' and 'after' effect in your life.
  2. Setting practical and difficult-to-abandon goals is more effective than simply making resolutions.
  3. Starting something new, even if it makes you feel incompetent at first, is essential for building confidence and mental toughness.

Grit in action

10x your mind • 139 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Persistence Passion Success
  1. Passion can fuel determination and grit, even in the face of challenges. Enjoying what you're doing can be a powerful motivator to keep going.
  2. Consistent practice and effort lead to progress and success. Embracing failures as part of the learning process is key.
  3. Obstacles become easier to overcome when you have a genuine passion for what you're pursuing. Passion acts as a resilience booster.

The Many Layers of Motivation

The Leadership Lab • 98 implied HN points • 10 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Self-awareness Goal setting
  1. Motivation is a fleeting emotional state that cannot be relied on, so waiting for motivation to come may hinder progress.
  2. True motivation often comes from taking action, aligning with values and purpose, rather than waiting for motivation to strike.
  3. Understanding intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, adjusting goals realistically, and aligning tasks with desired outcomes can help drive motivation.

The Gamification of Creativity: Unlocking Potential in the Workplace

UX Psychology • 39 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
💼 Business Creativity Motivation Incentives Research Innovation
  1. Consider implementing gamification with elements like points, badges, and leaderboards to boost creativity more effectively than relying solely on monetary rewards.
  2. When motivating for creativity, excess monetary rewards may not yield better results. Focus on fostering meaning, autonomy, and purpose in tasks instead.
  3. Applying moderate pressure through aspects like performance penalties or time constraints can increase focus, effort, and creative output when used thoughtfully.

Leadership

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards • 3 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
💼 Business Leadership Management Motivation Workplace dynamics Success
  1. Leadership styles vary - from raising stress levels to inspiring by example or delegating effectively like Elon Musk.
  2. Effective leadership doesn't always require yelling or being a hardass, but can be achieved through setting high standards and providing incentives.
  3. Different people respond to different leadership incentives - some may be motivated by money, titles, causes, or personal charisma.