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What does it mean?
Motivation fades like personal hygiene, so it requires daily renewal.
In plain terms
You need to work on motivation every day just like you bathe.
What can you take from it?
Treat motivation as a daily habit rather than a permanent state.

Where it applies

  • starting a project
  • maintaining fitness
  • overcoming procrastination

Putting it to work

  • set daily reminders
  • review goals each morning
  • track streaks

Questions to consider

  • What habit do you neglect until it causes problems?
  • How do you renew your drive daily?

Another view

Some argue motivation stems from deeper purpose than mere routine.

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