Priceless Motivation Tip (Find the Self Serving Motive)

Motivational Videos and Advice these days revolves around pumping yourself up, pushing through and doing what inspires you. What happens when you are doing things that don't inspire you? Can you maintain your motivation through these times? In this video, Teal Swan gives a priceless motivational tip for finding the self serving motive even when we are doing those tasks that we don't want to do.
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[@shelbywrighttv]

I love when teal goes “let me give you an example” or “I have a bunch of examples”. That helps the perspective soooo much. Need these videos

[@bandstand7835]

I trained my brain to love doing the dishes bc that is my "day dreaming time", my brain turns off and my "autopilot" self turns on and, im off scouting future house locations, looking at beautiful views and thinking about how its going to look, and before you know it, I check back in and my WHOLE kitchen is sparkling CLEAN. Did I do it? Nope. I was busy. But our autopilot self is there EXACTLY for,those reasons. ❤

[@devika2024]

This is great!

[@ranikster9955]

I will think of this, when I am at the gym 😊

[@NumHeut]

That's why I love doing the dishes and my noyfriend hates it. 😂 I only hate it, when I'm to stressed to get in this autopilot mood...raa. 😂

[@annielionheart7255]

The timing is just incredible. I've been procrastinating a lot and the chronic unproductivity is starting to wear me down. I really hope this helps.

[@msmarisol14]

Same here.

[@shilohndrah]

I feel the avoiding big time, especially now in our pivotal wobble of 3d time as we've known it. Thanking Teal for helping me return to compassion for self and others.

[@LauraStarchild7]

Same here with me. However, during this time I have also realized that a lot of the pressure to do things and to be productive comes from societal rules and norms. I think that some of my "have-to's" are actually things that do not have to be done in a certain time, or a certain way, or maybe even at all. So maybe some of this procrastination stuff is also an opportunity to break away from how we've been programmed and really start making up our own rules for how we want to live. 💜

[@brendabarney6471]

AND I THOUGHT I WAS BEING ' LAZY." ALL A LONG I WAS THINKING ABOUT IT ALL WRONG "WHEW"

[@riseandshinee2453]

Sameeeeeee

[@chiarabertoni_]

She’s literally incredible. She makes me feel so powerful and in peace ♥️

[@You_are_not_normal]

Perla Madonna don’t make your energy dependent on a person or thing. YOU are energy

[@chiarabertoni_]

Paul S thanks man🙏🏼😊

[@Electronicmedium1111]

The problem is not the problem, it’s our attitude about the problem that’s the problem....It’s all about perspective for sure. Love you, Teal! 💕

[@sovamau1119]

jack sparrow?

[@marinanabutovskiy1161]

@@sovamau1119 Yep. And doing mediation while washing the dishes is Eckhart Tolle.

[@sazennonumber]

@@sovamau1119 that idea originates from Shakespeare's Hamlet, where he says (I paraphrase) that there is no good or bad, but that our thinking makes it so.

[@Salmoninyourrice]

Teal swan’s videos have been extremely transformative for my life. Ever since watching her videos, I’ve had to learn some very hard lessons. But I gained so much insight on how to take back my life. The most important lessons I learned have been forgiveness, taking responsibility for the course of my life, understanding trauma and how to cope with it healthily, and as of late learning to be more authentic. I did not think I could be at this place after what I’ve been through. I got my license, I moved to California, and after 14 months of not having a job I finally have a job that pays more than what I asked for. And it’s all because of the work I put into myself.

[@exoticblondestripper]

Sending you so much love 💘 I would've been proud of myself if I was u 💗

[@apollofateh324]

What job, if I may ask? I'm on the hunt for something tolerable to make a living with 😂

[@Salmoninyourrice]

@@apollofateh324 worked my way up to compliance manager lol. There’s tolerable jobs it was more about having the will to follow thru and get one and start a new life

[@Krasbin]

Here is another one: I don't like meetings with more than 10 people. They don't go anywhere, and tend to be stale, boring and time-consuming. However, I like focusing, and I like looking at group dynamics, among other things (I can have more than 3 of such motivations at a given moment). So I now attend meetings with these intentions, and look for example at the way people sit and how people copy how other people sit. Or I concentrate really fully on the person speaking, and then use my peripheral vision to see the nonverbal response from others. And this makes meetings into an exercise of focusing and teaches about group dynamics. And those things I find incredibly interesting, not boring at all.

[@rainbowsonmyeyeballs8771]

This is a great idea. I feel the same way about large meetings.

[@Neptunianist]

That's a superb example. (I hate such meetings too).

[@garnetsword]

Hmm...

[@garnetsword]

It is very frustrating to speak to group while they are "sleeping" Maybe a speaker is no good, maybe not loud enough to keep attention, or maybe they don't believe what he is saying. A meeting should bring some benefit/real solutions and not be just empty words. If nothing changes for better, than yes it was waste of time.

[@camez2345]

One of the very best aspects of your lessons is that you give EXAMPLES. Honestly, it's what sets you apart from other channels that I watch. Sure, sometimes others give examples, but oftentimes they don't quite work, seem contrived, or there simply aren't enough of them to really drive the point home. Without good and multiple examples, people are just ... saying things. Also: 5:27 LOLOLOL!!

[@TheUser0]

Down to earth spirituality

[@camez2345]

@@TheUser0 Exactly. It's so much more relatable that way. It helps you transition from the concept to: Ok. How can I start putting this into practice *today?*

[@margaretbrogdon5942]

Teal gives really good examples that will work in everyday life . I’m going to try these , I usually wait till I get a sink full of dishes to start washing them , so I can enjoy myself when I’m done , as I look at the Clean dishes , and know I done That ! 😅

[@nizar3327]

When U change the way looking at things, the things U look at change 😉

[@paareth]

Not really. Things are just multidimensional and you are looking at one aspect of it in life.

[@nizar3327]

@@paareth actually I try to bring my demension into reality

[@paareth]

@@nizar3327 We all do whether we want to or not.

[@Famke888LoveMJ]

Have a good week. 💗

[@valleyviewing]

Thank you Teal Swan. I am focusing on my motivation. I have no goal. I have no interest in making money. But I love serving people with kindness, Justice, Finance, Healthy habits.

[@awakeningmatters1111]

It’s all about perspective.

[@Electronicmedium1111]

Soooooo true 💕

[@dduddikaa]

Teal , in the last 2 weeks we met twice in the astral realm , in the first one , you came to me as you and then you switched into a dragonfly blue one , as blue as your backround :D , and in the second one we we're dressed in rainbow colours . obviously the dreams are more complex , but i m gonna resume it to that . both times you were to me as a soul friend , assisting and guiding me thorugh the journey . and i wanna give thank's in this physical realm as well . much love and appreciation , thank you beautiful soul . wholeness

[@klingonsexy]

Such great advice! I love listening to music while I'm doing chores like washing dishes, folding/hanging laundry, sweeping/mopping. I dance around like a teenager and feel like the actual work flies by!

[@user-bk1ez4sz8t]

Listening to podcasts = motivated to do dishes

[@Electronicmedium1111]

Lol Lucky you!

[@hakonmilan4039]

Same! I take this strategy too.

[@jenniferhergert4447]

I love that this works for you! However, what you are doing is, pairing one activity that you don't enjoy with one activity you do enjoy. Other examples of this would be going to work for the chit-chat with colleagues or driving to work while being on the phone with friends. However I invite you to think of this one step further. What I think Teal was trying to teach, and what I find utterly brilliant, is to find enjoyment in the activity itself by focusing on different intrinsic motivators. For example, if you are listening to podcasts you might be interested in excellence, and doing everything with excellence. If that is so, you might find doing the dishes immediately, to be a way to be excellent even with the small things in live. Or maybe you value harmony and you know that you and your family always fight over doing the dishes, so doing them yourself might give you this harmony. Or maybe you enjoy clarity in your mind, and you know that having clarity in your surroundings will help. The main point is: Find what about the activity itself motivates you. That way you will enjoy the activity.

[@MrCednumber1]

!!GOOD STUFF!!

[@garnetsword]

@@jenniferhergert4447 very good advice, Jennifer. Thank you🌹 I often turn up the music to motivate myself. I don't hate the cleaning itself, but I find music speeds the process if I want to get it done faster. What I can't stand is come to the dirty kitchen in the morning. I need clean space for my coffee or otherwise I'll be cleaning first... Good start of the day is a good motivation for me.

[@shamsbashir]

Today's take out: motive reframing. Good one

[@ppiron6]

You said it!

[@rachelrichards8312]

I HATE washing the dishes....but I LOVE a clear kitchen bench.....=dishes done!!

[@davidwaynechoate8059]

You're really good at understanding People. Please don't ever use that for Bad reasons. "If You wish to convince someone to do Your will , appeal to Their Desires".

[@tsovka]

I love to dream and use my affirmations while washing the dishes.

[@luckieonline7845]

Dedicated day dream time!! Love that! I'm going to start doing that too. :)

[@tsovka]

@@luckieonline7845 💫 👍

[@ppiron6]

Me too, I like to pray as well.

[@LaGataSolar]

I get inspired by thinking about my mortality

[@sidetracked2007]

Unimportant stuff falls off my list pretty quick when I focus on the hereafter. What are we here after?

[@camez2345]

@Cashual K. Same. And others people's as well. I recently found out that a woman whose Pilates videos I used years ago has ALS. It made me so sad but also reminded me that illness, death and heartache do not discriminate, and that I need to be continually aware of the things I've put on the back burner. Time waits for no man.

[@LaGataSolar]

@@sidetracked2007 hehe I like that ending. It's true.

[@LaGataSolar]

@@camez2345 absolutely

[@robertandrews6956]

@@sidetracked2007 SUPERCHARGED I SUPERSAY 👑 TO LIVE FOR LOVE!!!///*** Parsifal👑

[@osse1n]

The activities have to bring joy in any way and the creative process is always fulfilling.

[@silverchairsg]

I have this goal of writing just one sentence daily, and I am experiencing resistance and dread even at this. Then after watching this I realized I had the wrong motivation in doing this. I was imposing a "should" on myself in order to become "successful", when I didn't really care about it. So after watching this vid, I reframed my motivation to wanting to make awesome art, like Narnia or LOTR. I got more motivated and actually did it.

[@MegJ326]

I am motivated by: - Looking beautiful and being perceived as such - Being given credit/recognition for an accomplishment - Successfully living up to a high moral code and idealistic character traits - Being first/winning

[@newme6835]

MegJ326 wow same!!

[@LifeofMinna]

thank you, needed this. I'm doing clinical practice and I hate it. 1.5 months to go. I'll focus on the positive goal and on trying to do the best I can and growing as an individual during this time

[@angelica23luna90]

I like how clear Teal's examples are. This video is really amazing. Although for some things, I'm realizing my problem is not a lack of motivation, but a very valid fear of being overwhelmed, which is greater than my motivation

[@shaankelly8020]

Timing really must be divine...

[@lextor4712]

oh yes.

[@valmatt4112]

Love love love...so much insight!! I will get thru this(what im going thru) leave unhelthy ppl to be, instead of trying to understand them,, not everyone self reflects. They have an agenda, to push others down, it gives them a sick sense of pwer over. When they push you to the point of crying, the smirk, pleasure on their face! I am away from it now. I am low, currently. Not allowing others to define me. Thank you Teal, you are a true gift, much appreciation!!😊

[@natubb]

This is a really good trick. Put together something that you dont like to do with something that you like to do and do it together.

[@shilohndrah]

Much appreciation for you, Teal!!! Thank you for bringing light into my darkness and shame. I take to heart the goodness and kindness I receive from you and your tribe.

[@morriswheatley9856]

The synchronicity here is breathtaking. I've been doing this for a while, I've called it Alchemising with conscious intent. Thank you for showing me I've been doing the right thing, I got doubtful.

[@Delulu1001]

I suddenly felt the inspiration to watch one of your videos before starting to study, and here I am! I opened KZbin, I saw You uploaded a new video and very relatable topic! Thank you! ❤️

[@devynburgess1028]

Your cooking and art example is EXACTLY ME.... thankfully I found out thus reframing on my own, but now I know that hack works for anything! Thanks Teal

[@jenniferhergert4447]

Thank you for this video, Teal. What I get most from your videos is a sense of being understodd. Many of the ideas you share online, are ideas I have had and applied to my own life. Often people think though, that I am special for changing my life like that, making me feel alone. You find great words and examples to describe these concepts and help me bring my own ideas to the next level. I have also noticed that over the last few years, you seem to be in less emotional pain. I don't know that for sure, obviously, but if it's true, I am very happy for you. You deserve it.

[@Handler870]

Thank you Teal. I needed this so much. Your videos are helping to free my mind from everything holding me back.💜💖💙💚💛🧡❤

[@carrotcake7788]

love u teal

[@danielsan1237]

You are hot 😋

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

@@danielsan1237 you're a creeper. Seems like KZbin is a creeper's playground.

[@danielsan1237]

@@Iceis_Phoenix it's just not a place for soft people :)

[@AmbrosiaDreamWeaver]

"Look for the positive intention." I remember you saying that from another video a good while back. It's been very helpful! This feels a bit like that advice. Find the self serving motivation!

[@OliviaSmiless]

I did exactly this one year ago when I started a new job which was extremely challenging. I reframed my motivation. It did wonders for where I am one year later.

[@ElijahPerrin80]

few years ago I ... guess I had a break down, threw away everything that didn't serve me including my job without any thought of repercussion or loss, I suddenly didn't care about anyone's opinion of me and I turned my back on most of what I was motivated into doing and walked away. I learned how to grow Cannabis and I haven't looked back, I didn't have to make motivation, that is how I got to my breakdown by motivating myself into being something I am not, you are absolutely right but make damn sure your motivation is something you want and can handle long term or it will be an act. Now I am abundance

[@sidetracked2007]

Loved every one of these examples. Many things can be turned into art. Problem solving is like working out a puzzle. Love it, love it, love it ! ! You're the best ! !

[@Super_BeastGirl]

I have always done this naturally with every job I've ever had. I always find ways to make things fun 😊

[@energyreflecting9779]

Thankyou

[@mettrothewzrd2230]

Love you Teal Swan ❤ Thank you for your guidance

[@lauragodines8939]

Motivate me to paint..i need to read many books that i bought ..thank you Teal..you are the best!

[@erikasummers4378]

Good day Teal! Appreciate your videos thank you

[@epiphanysoulguidanceb756]

Yep! Safety within a social group! That's my intention! & Belonging and Connection.

[@cadenrolland5250]

What you are actually doing here is finding something that is actually and truly worthy to you in that thing you didn't want to do. It isn't about tricking yourself into doing something, it is about finding the value. This turns into a habit, a habit that a lot of people have used to find all kinds of success in all kinds of areas. You are looking for that one sizable gold nugget in that cold muddy river.

[@valenayoumans1806]

Omg this is how I’m able to live , I survive by putting myself in my own life. Thank you because I needed to redefine.

[@jaimedegroot9127]

Impeccable timing Teal! Thank you thank you thank you!

[@soulwitch2961]

It is indeed priceless and this tip can be applied to a lot of situations. Thank you for another gem 🙏❤

[@xoxchunaxox]

Hurt watching this filled me with energy, THANK YOU SO MUCH ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MacyandTHeREd]

Priceless. Thankyou Teal. ❤️

[@bAa-xj3ut]

thank you Teal.. love you

[@hienapple4664]

This is a quick video, Teal. Thank you for the quick advice!

[@bernardbujard9944]

Listening to you talk about washing dishes and watching the soap bubbles motivates me to do science labs next week with the kiddos. Good timing.

[@Onelove313]

Thanks Teal!

[@Achelois7]

Sooo helpful! Thanks Teal

[@suiterbug]

Thanks a lot Teal, now I've got dishes to do!

[@Musicman-50]

This is so right on. I needed to hear this. Thank you

[@jennlloyd4738]

Thank you tons for this Teal , I love your videos and wish I would've found you sooner!!

[@carlsitler9071]

I don't really pay much attention to law of attraction. My conscious intention is the law of the land. I decide to know and the universe sends the info. I have won the game. There is no problem I can't solve and no experience I can't have. I feel I have planned for eons to be here now to be part of this experience. It is so awesome. I can hardly contain the joy as I participate in the changing of the ages.

[@kellyv6075]

THANK YOU. this is what I needed!!!

[@angelsheart85]

Came at the very moment I really badly needed it, and on the very day!

[@emaambition9378]

Teal the greatest always love you 💯❤️

[@carloscastanheiro2933]

Thank you Angel.

[@michaelfranciswright9934]

Thank You!!

[@bigfletch8]

Reality is ALWAYS "where you are looking from". Instead of just being a player in the drama of life, we can also be a director, as Teal illustrates. That bit was missing from Shakesperes famous quote. Bottom line is, projecting or anticipating feelings is a whole different level than actually experiencing. Be a human BEing, as opposed to a human ANTicipating...

[@jackiezaccari8522]

Just found u few days ago..live your perspective the way you communicate. Thank you!

[@crinaiacomi7736]

Thank you! 💜

[@DenaliTheAdventuress]

Soooo good! I discovered this idea a couple years ago- but needed this reminder- thank you 🙏🏼

[@namastewellness]

Brushing my teeth as always relaxed me...like I'm meditating lol. I started using the dishwasher and within a few weeks noticed how much I missed the feeling that came with washing dishes. Same thin with eating out vs cooking my own meals. The two chores I have to motivate myself to do is laundry and cleaning the bathroom lol. 🧡🙂👍🏾

[@pennyc7064]

I love these motivational examples. Great way to change our experiences. I'm going to do this!

[@saptarshi-banerjee-9322]

Beautiful motivation as always. Good day dear Teal. 😊

[@ravenravella1000]

This has no effect on my "stuckness", even though it makes total sense. Thank you Teal!

[@bubbashuman1111]

This video just changed my life.

[@jakethompson130]

You are very inspiring and have a way of bringing clarity to my understanding of myself. Beautiful.

[@Patrick_Simon_Sanad]

This was really priceless. Thank you. It helpes me a lot with keeping focus in the here and now. On which I am working very hard latley. Lots of love.

[@therozrodriguez77]

Perfect! I HATE washing dishes! My “saying” when such subject arises is “I would rather clean your toilet with a toothbrush!” I’m practicing being in The Now - this was just Perfect... THANK YOU!

[@jlck325]

Well explained thank you, Teal. I have been practicing this.. 🙏

[@richy3417]

Oooooh, so useful, thanks Teal!

[@progressnotperfection9920]

I love Interior design and I don't always enjoy cleaning but if I imagine I am redecorating my spaces it makes it interesting for me. I like this video. Excellence. 🌻

[@lilyapok6176]

Thank you.. I need to start studying again after failing my year, so i can graduate and finally do things I'm interested in. That's my current motivation, and it helps I think, but studying school stuff is the one thing I absolutely hate and sometimes I lose track of what I want for myself.

[@Electronicmedium1111]

I totally understand! And that feeling is totally normal. Hang in there Lilya 💕

[@lilyapok6176]

@@Electronicmedium1111 thank you so much! It's a relief honestly when someone says they get it.. It means a lot, I'll try my hardest♡

[@leocatman294]

Very smart advice. Thanks!

[@fs-pp9ti]

Teal, I miss watching your longer videos

[@sheilagibson510]

I really like the idea to motivate me to do my dishes! Hey I may even apply this to the various other chores I've been avoiding!😊

[@geekyogurtcup]

Thank you so much

[@alex-ander-13]

This was powerful. Thank you.

[@FoXWoR]

Thank YOu!

[@KB-dw7tx]

Thank you 😊

[@authenticinteractions.5789]

Tag your it. Remember to play with your manifestation s cognizant to their new world participation. We are with you. Go Teal. #becomeyourbeliever

[@juanmanuel6105]

Very good tips!! Thank you

[@earthvibes115]

Love it! Thank you!💚🙏🏼✨

[@litamason9083]

I am in awe by your brilliance ❤️💖💗

[@Johnny_Hipp]

Very Spectacular synchronicity! Working on a parade float and signs for my work. Thank You Very much you truly rock!

[@darkflower78]

Great way to reframe motivational intent!

[@MaryamMaqdisi]

Thank youuuuu, great advice

[@gogopogo8947]

Waheguru

[@anadavila3222]

Excellent tips! Thank you!! 💕

[@GyanAddict]

Wow loved it. I think these are simple things, so simple that we forget them easily.

[@artisticagi]

I think coffee motivates me on a spiritual level and I have just started drinking it. But even when I don’t drink it I still feel motivated like I have

[@Missgevious]

Me tio

[@faheeta5036]

Teal ages backwards.

[@bethclay287]

True 😃

[@JennaDeWeese]

shes such a babe

[@AmbrosiaDreamWeaver]

Proof that she's a wizard.