Personal Reward/Motivation Program??

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Personal Reward/Motivation Program??
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Wed, 01-07-2004 - 10:05am
Just wondering...

What is everyone doing as a personal reward/motivation program? I was thinking about this the other day. I don't want to reward myself with food and clothing really isn't that big of a thing for me.

For me, if I exercise for 60 days straight (a star for each day in my daily planner) then I'm going to buy myself a new workout video. So far, March 3rd I'll get my new video!! But who's counting? *lol*

~Dana

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Wed, 01-07-2004 - 2:54pm
Hey Dana!

How are ya girl?!

Wel, for me, I try to call some one whenever I reach a goal. Usually it is someone I haven't spoken to in a while, and I try to get back in touch with them. I called my friend Misty that I hadn't seen in a few months when I reached 10. It is also good when you tell them what you're doing b/c they are an added supporter to your goal. If they are your friend, then they will support you, and that is awesome! Another motivation!

Sara

~Sayruhb02
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Wed, 01-07-2004 - 3:59pm
You know, I love getting new clothes but I have been getting hand me downs from my Mom as she shrinks out of them...so going out clothes shopping hasn't been an issue.

My final reward is going to be a tattoo...I have two designs that I am trying to decide on. I have been wanting another one for a long time (like, 7 years) so it is good motivation for me.

but you know what motivates me most? I have this list of mini-goals that I made up ( http://www.milstid.com/suamomi/Page2.htm ) and just being able to cross one off is so exciting to me (okay I am a geek...lol).

Knowing that I will be able to go on rides with Caity this fall and not worrying about whether I will fit or not...that is motivational.

I guess just thinking about the things I will be able to do easier and more confidently makes me want to stick to this.

My dh bought me a cd when I hit the 30 pound mark and he says he's going to get me something for every 30 pounds I lose...I have 15 more pounds until my next surprise!! :o)

Sarah


Edited 1/7/2004 4:02:06 PM ET by suamomi

Sarah


 


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Wed, 01-07-2004 - 5:18pm
Ooooh, I like your chart! I think I'll take that idea and adapt it if you don't mind! Very cool!

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Wed, 01-07-2004 - 6:01pm

My first mini goal reward was to get my nails done.......my next mini goal when I hit 50 pounds down was going to be my hair but my boyfriend took care of that.....part of my Christmas present was a giftcard to Trade Secret.