Goals
CONQUER Method: R – Recognition & Reward
By Shay Lynch
June 20, 2024
💪The Power of Personal Recognition on Your Goal Journey
Reaching your goals is a marathon, not a sprint, and staying motivated throughout can be tough.
That’s where personal recognition and rewards come in!
They’re more than just a pat on the back – they’re powerful tools to fuel your motivation and keep you engaged.
It’s about getting deep with intrinsic motivation.
How do you do that?
⏩Milestone Magic: Celebrating smaller wins breaks your big goal into achievable milestones.
Each time you hit one, acknowledge the progress you’ve made.
These mini-victories keep you energised for the next step.
This is especially through when it has been a tough month, things didn’t go your way, however you DID IT!
⏩Happy Chemicals:
Mini Rewards, trigger dopamine and serotonin release, the “feel-good” hormones.
This positive reinforcement loop strengthens the connection between goal pursuit and reward, making you more likely to stay on track.
⏩Progress Power:
Recognising your progress, even internally, keeps you focused.
Seeing how far you’ve come reinforces the positive impact of your efforts, it validates them and motivates you to keep moving forward, embedding that ‘Can DO’ attitude.
⏩Accountability Advantage:
We discussed accountability partners in the qualify the help you need step.
Sharing your goals with a supportive friend or mentor who can offer recognition creates a sense of accountability.
Knowing someone’s there for you is a powerful motivator to stay the course.
They can also remind you to step back and recognise how far you’ve come, and they can celebrate with you.
🔥 Recognition builds belief: 🔥
⏩Effort = Validation:
Recognition validates your hard work and dedication. Hearing “good job” reinforces your belief in your ability to achieve your goals, boosting your confidence and self-esteem.
⏩Intrinsic Spark:
Rewards are great, and personal recognition will nurture this intrinsic motivation.
The feeling of accomplishment and pride that comes with being recognized fuels your inner drive and desire to succeed.
Remember:
🔥Make it Personal:
The most effective rewards and recognition are tailored to YOU.
Maybe it’s the ‘cheatest’ of all cheat meals / a relaxing evening.
I have my own rewards mapped out, and that also involves me having an easy week within a hectic training schedule.
🔥Celebrate Consistently:
Don’t wait for the finish line to celebrate! Acknowledge your progress regularly to maintain momentum and keep yourself motivated throughout your goal-building journey.
Personal recognition and rewards are game-changers. Use them to turn your goal pursuit into a positive, fulfilling, and ultimately successful experience!
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