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“There are days when I don't feel motivated and I don't want to get up to go to practice. I'm a very goal-oriented person, so I set short-term goals and try to reach those goals. And when I have those days, I think about those goals, and it gets me motivated.” quote by Dara Torres
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“There are days when I don't feel motivated and I don't want to get up to go to practice. I'm a very goal-oriented person, so I set short-term goals and try to reach those goals. And when I have those days, I think about those goals, and it gets me motivated.”

Dara Torres

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sports Illustrated, Dara Torres, 2012

Setting short‑term goals can rekindle motivation on low‑energy days.

In simple terms: Short goals boost drive.

Key Takeaway

Use bite‑size targets.

Themes

motivation goal-setting performance

Mood

energetic determined

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • training sessions
  • work projects
  • study plans
  • health routines

Key Concepts

incremental progress self‑efficacy resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small goal can you set right now?
  • How do short goals affect long‑term success?
A Different Perspective

May not address underlying causes of low motivation.

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