Motivation isn't magic-

dopamine kickstart motivation vaden llc May 14, 2025

Motivation isn’t magic—it’s brain chemistry. Dopamine, your brain’s “reward” chemical, doesn’t just spike after you finish something—it’s also what gets you started. But here’s the catch: waiting to feel motivated? That’s a trap. Action creates motivation, not the other way around.

 

Need a kickstart? Try this:

 

1️⃣ Make it tiny. Lower the bar—tell yourself you’ll do just 5 minutes. Once you start, your brain wants to keep going.

 

2️⃣ Gamify it. Set a timer, race the clock, or challenge yourself—your brain loves a fun challenge.

 

3️⃣ Use a launch habit. Pair it with something automatic (e.g., “After I brush my teeth, I do 10 push-ups”). No thinking, just doing.

 

The trick? Get dopamine flowing before the finish line—because accomplishment feels great, but getting there doesn’t have to feel like a struggle.

 

Now, what’s your next move? Start small and let motivation catch up.