Introduction
This critical thinking paper focuses on personal motivation. The paper presents the things I do on a regular basis and describes why I like doing the activities. The things I do regularly include playing basketball, visiting friends and watching movies. The paper explains the needs that these activities fulfill and whether extrinsic rewards would increase or decrease my enjoyment.
Why do I like the activities?
I like visiting friends because they reduce my loneliness and anxiety and make me happy. I like playing basketball because it strengthens my body and makes me physically fit. I like watching movies they entertain me and reduce boredom in my life. The three activities motivate me a lot in my life.
The needs that these activities fulfill
Abraham Maslow hierarchy of needs explains that watching movies satisfies entertainment and relaxation needs because they help me to spend my leisure time wisely. Playing basketball fulfills safety needs because it enhances my physical fitness and wellbeing. Visiting friends fulfils love and belonging needs
Would extrinsic motivation increase or decrease my enjoyment?
Extrinsic motivation in the form of rewards would increase my enjoyment of basketball. If I get extrinsic gifts such as money, I will enjoy watching movies more. Additionally, extrinsic motivation would motivate me to visit my friends frequently.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this critical thinking paper has focused on personal motivation. The things I do regularly include basis include playing basketball, visiting friends and watching movies. The activities fulfill physiological, safety and love needs. Extrinsic motivation would increase my enjoyment of the activities. I enjoy the three activities because they contribute to my personal motivation and satisfaction.
