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1.5.6 RULES OF MOTIVATION
1.

Set a major, fixed goal, but follow a flexible path which has
mini-goals that go in many directions.

2.

Finish what you start

3.

Socialize with others of similar interest. If we associate with
losers, we will be losers.

4.

Learn how to learn. Once we learned the art of selfeducation, we will find – if not create – opportunities to build
success.

5.

Harmonize natural talent with talent that motivates. Natural
talent creates motivation, motivation creates persistence,
persistence gets the job done.

6.

Increase knowledge of subjects that inspire. The more we
know about a subject, the more we want to learn about it.

7.

Take Risk: Failure and bouncing back are elements of
motivation. Failure is a learning tool.

WHAT?
(= goal)

WHY?
(= motive:
avoid pain /
gain pleasure)

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HOW?
(= path)