Attitude and behavior pride can be psychologically unhealthy and ethically questionable. In contrast, emotional pride—feeling good about your achievements or positive traits—serves as a healthy counterpart to shame or guilt.
To boost your productivity, harness the power of pride.
It may seem unusual to consider pride as a strategy for productivity, but here’s the essential idea: Authentic pride is a powerful motivator.
When completing a task is followed by feelings of pride—especially if you allow yourself to fully experience and appreciate it—you will be significantly more inclined to tackle similar tasks in the future.
Just as a dog that receives a reward for obeying commands is more likely to follow them again, a person who feels pride after achieving a challenging task will be more driven to undertake comparable tasks moving forward. Even better, the confidence and pride gained from finishing this initial task can create a ripple effect, boosting your motivation for subsequent tasks. Tips by Nick Wignall.com
