Attitude Quote by Robert Anthony
“Motivation describes your attitude when you would rather do one thing more than another at a particular time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Self-Discipline, 2005
Describes motivation as a temporary attitude that favors one task over another at a given moment.
In simple terms: Motivation is a fleeting preference for a specific task.
Key Takeaway
Identify and act on current motivations.
Themes
psychology
motivation
choice
focus
Mood
practical
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Work projects
- exercise routines
- studying
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
self‑discipline
temporal preference
Questions to Reflect On
- What tasks are you currently motivated to start?
- How can you maintain momentum when motivation wanes?
A Different Perspective
Motivation may fade quickly, requiring discipline to sustain effort.
