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Applying Concept to Self
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Applying Concept to Self
Reinforcement is a critical component of human behavior and motivation in psychology.
It concerns feedback after successful consequences motivate the behavior. This paper explores
how the constant stimulation provided by reinforcement affects my relationship with
procrastination and my productivity. The impact of positive results from my tasks will be my
subject matter. By this, I aim to illustrate the significance of reinforcement in accomplishing
positive habits and personal growth.
I choose the concept of "Reinforcer."
Recently, I have been trying to establish a habit of regular exercise. Despite knowing its
benefits, I found it difficult to motivate myself to work out consistently.
In the beginning, I procrastinated and kept postponing my assignments until the last
minute.%Even though I was conscious of the penalties, it also struck me that I had no motivation
to start the tasks I had on time.%However, I began to realize that trying to defeat procrastination
by using such methods as dividing tasks into smaller, doable parts or setting up fixed deadlines
actually resulted in a productive backlash.%As I finished each task, I began to experience a very
slight sense of achievement and relief, which gradually became the most potent motivator and
reinforcer for me when it came to my enthusiasm for the tasks I needed to do.%Another virtue is
also seeing that I am rewarding myself with small wins; every task feels more bearable and
promotes more time for work.%Subsequently, the gain from finishing one task ahead of time
becomes an intrinsic motivator that made me strive to act instantly whenever a task
arises.%Gradually, I have increasingly developed this proactive attitude toward the completion of
my responsibilities that has immensely strengthened my tendency for time management.%This
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experience has so deeply embedded itself into my working habits that I have consequently
developed a better approach to my work that ensures both productivity and comfort.
