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I was reading a few days ago about what drives people to do what they do. For some a drive comes from serious loss or pain. For others they are inspired by someone. There is no way to categorize or analyze this because there are just too many reasons for people to do what they do. So, it’s best to stick with learning about what drives you.
What drives you to do what you do? Do you like to exercise? Do you like your hobby? Do you enjoy your work? Do you enjoy companionship? General Grant, who had throat cancer late in life, wrote his memoir to support his family when he was gone. His driver was family and responsibility.
One of my drivers is competence. I like to know how to do things. I like to learn new things. Then, I like to apply those things to what I am doing every day. If there’s a new technology or app I can use to make my life easier or more efficient–I’m there. One of the things I’ve learned over time is how much better it is to know where something is, rather than memorize it. There is so much information out there. If you can’t remember how to do something, simply know where to learn how to do it.
Drivers are what get us up in the morning. Hobbies, responsibilities, passions, whatever you label them, drivers are very motivating. Sometimes we need to take a little time and really think through what drives us. Once I discovered my true drivers, it made it easier for me to find the motivation to do the things I wanted to do and the ones I needed to do.
Have a great Monday, folks!
Until next time…
Dave
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I am going to think about my drivers as perhaps that will help me be more focused!
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Yeah. They really create the desire we have to do what we do. Some are right out there for you to see. Some have to be discovered.
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Hi Dave. I’m also motivated by competence, as well as accomplishment, and curiosity. We humans are also driven by unconscious forces and unfortunately they also take us in a different direction, usually not helpful. Even something like the competitive spirit can drive us to accomplish but also be taken too far. But I suppose that’s another topic! Have a great week.
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You are right. Some of our drivers have to be sought out and discovered. Thanks so much for joining the conversation. It’s always nice to hear a new voice!
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