Motivation is the drive that helps people reach their goals, with or without support from others. It’s the inner desire that pushes them forward. Without motivation, achieving goals can be much harder and less satisfying. The Tips to Improve Self-Motivation (PDF) is a helpful guide for clients wanting to keep their drive and enthusiasm strong, especially during hard times. It outlines ten action steps, such as imagining their goals being accomplished and surrounding themselves with the right people and motivational content. Using this poster helps young people build a stronger mindset, empowering them to handle periods of low motivation more effectively. To enhance the poster's impact, clients may incorporate a monthly calendar that aligns with the tips to show their progress. Having a daily self-reflection through journaling is a good idea to help them remember the poster’s lessons and monitor their growth. Caring adults can also support them by giving feedback on their journal entries and creating opportunities for them to share and celebrate their progress. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of growth mindset posters. References: Mwangi, Lucy & Kitainge, Kisilu & Nyabuto, Esther. (2023). RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SELF-MOTIVATION AND STUDENT ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NYERI COUNTY. Zimmerman, B. J., Bandura, A., &c*cc c Martinez-Pons, M. (1992). Self-motivation for academic attainment: The role of self-efficacy beliefs and personal goal setting. American Educational Research Journal, 29(3), 663-676. https://doi.org/10.3102/00028312029003663
