Motivational States Slide-pack Rationale

The following slides illustrate motivational states, described as a series of 4 boxes, from smallest to biggest. It helps us understand some psychology of the mind, of ourselves Often our response to events will depend on the motivational state were in We are often constrained by our mind talk internal metrics, beliefs and constructs which may be entirely false. However, the mind convinces us of their validity The smallest box represents a state of Impossibility and outside the largest box is the ultimate state of being - Purpose Movement from the smallest box to the place of purpose depends on how engaged we are with a topic or in a situation. When we connect (with a project), we find increased energy, more room to move and freedom to be creative or maneuver and ultimately are able to get things accomplished. The state of purposefulness is one in which You take or make your choices and are in control Your principles and values guide your choices You are able to plan better and take cognizance of the facts around you Overall, you are able to enjoy where you are and appreciate it for what it is

MOTIVATIONAL STATES
PURPOSE
DESIRE

OBLIGATION

SURVIVAL

IMPOSSIBILITY

PURPOSE
I want to do this because I find fulfillment in it
Ability to take and make choices Able to choose the state of being, with perspective Full of enjoyment connection with a higher value, moral, purpose One feels free, is full of hope, can plan better using all the facts available Does not feel under pressure to win!

Purpose is outside the box it is the ultimate in motivational states Its where

I
want to be!

DESIRE I have to get it, have it otherwise Im not important

Looks attractive with good intentions but not purposeful; misses limits and reality Its about winning and getting results I have to win. Succeed. Have it Bullying and creativity often at war, may neglect or exclude people Purposes shift, no satisfaction once the result is attained Full of energy but stops seeing risks & takes more risks its all about winning

OBLIGATION I must do it otherwise I will look bad

Eeyoring, all about compliance with lack of ownership
Lack of connection & engagement Flat state of energy in my own time and at my own pace Rebellion, not proactive SHOULD. OUGHT. MUST or else wont look good, no one will like me

SURVIVAL I am responsible for the success or failure of this

Crisis state real or self-made. High energy, full of deadlines Characterised by fear & panic Self becomes important with high level of ownership (warped) State of stress and self vs. others

IMPOSSIBILITY I dont want to do anything

A state with an overwhelming feeling of impossibility a feeling of no power to control events or outcomes No engagement Avoids taking action Fear, phobias, uncertainty