Class Quote by Samantha Ettus
“We all like to look forward to things. Incentivize yourself with a reward—a massage, dinner with a friend, a night watching your favorite show, a yoga class on Saturday morning. Visualizing a reward at the end of the to-do tunnel may help with reaching goals/completing tasks.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Small Wins, Samantha Ettus, 2022
Imagining a pleasant reward after a task boosts motivation and helps complete the task.
In simple terms: Reward visualization aids task completion.
Key Takeaway
Use a specific reward to finish tasks.
Themes
motivation
goal setting
reward systems
Mood
optimistic
focused
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project deadlines
- study sessions
- exercise routines
- household chores
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
self‑regulation
intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What reward would make a boring task enjoyable?
- How can you keep rewards realistic?
A Different Perspective
If the reward is too distant, it may lose effectiveness.
