[header] How to motivate yourself [title] Remind yourself why you want to do something. [step] Sometimes, we need a little boost to help get us going on a task or project. Say out loud or write down the reason why you need to do something. 
Tell yourself the benefits of getting it done. [substeps] For example, you might say, " i am going for a run right now because i want to become fitter " or " i need to do this homework so that i can get an a.