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CHAPTER 3: SELF-MOTIVATION AND THE ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE OF MOTIVATION…
CHAPTER 3: SELF-MOTIVATION AND THE ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE OF MOTIVATION
DEFINITION
Self-motivation is the ability to do what needs to be done, without influence from other people or situations.
ELEMENTS THAT DETERMINE SELF-MOTIVATION
Building self-confidence
Definition
Self-confidence is essentially feeling or showing trust in one own's abilities.
Importance of Self-confidence
Consists of attitudes or beliefs that empower individuals to have positive yet realistic perceptions of themselves and their situations.
Self-confident people - characterized by optimism, assertiveness, boldness, eagerness, independence, and ability to handle criticsm.
Factors Influencing Self-confidence
Praising children for their accomplishments
Guiding children to establish realistic goals
Let children learn from their mistakes
Encouraging children to be self-reliant
Treating each child as an individual with unique talents
Keys for Building Self-confidence
Know the real you
Act confident
Maintain perseverance
Learn to be assertive
Practise positive self-talk and visualize success
Having self-discipline
Definition
One needs to focus one's attention on important activities, which contribute towards the attainment of worthwhile goals without distraction until they are completed.
Importance of Self-discipline
Assists us to channel our energies in the right direction.
Helps to facilitate self-leadership and leads to more incisive problem-solving.
Self-discipline is the key element to enhancing good personal qualities and work productivity.
Helps to transform what we are planning into reality.
Achieving Self-discipline
Clarify goals and priorities
Calculate the cost of procastination
Utilize time efficiently
Get started and work on a task
Monitor your progress periodically
Maintaining perseverance
Definition
Perseverance is a continuous effort applied to attaining a goal without giving up until you suceed.
Importance of Perseverance
Dealing with others is one of the most important things to do in our lives.
An understanding of others can help us become happier and more productive in all areas of our lives.
Steps to develop Perseverance
Be prepared to face the unexpected
Never give up
Interact with positive friends
Execute your action plan daily
Treat failure as a learning experience
Overcoming shyness
Causes of Shyness
Anxiety
Lack of soft skills
Physical handicaps, unattractive appearance and social norms
Inherited trait
Importance of Overcoming Shyness
Good interpersonal relationships start with good communication
Good communication comes from people who are able to express their ideas and opinions without holding them back
Shy person - very difficult to create a good relationship with others
Career development will be affected
How to overcome shyness
Learn to accept and love yourself
Have faith in yourself
Learn to be assertive
Get out and talk to people
Learn the art of conversation