Intention vs. Motivation
@Aansh13 (11433)
New Delhi, India
April 26, 2026 11:04am CST
Intention is different.
It’s quieter. Steadier. More honest.
Motivation says, “I’ll start when I feel ready.”
Intention says, “I’ll start anyway.”
Motivation depends on how you feel.
Intention depends on who you’re becoming.
And the truth is—you won’t always feel inspired, confident, or driven.
But if your intention is clear, you’ll keep showing up… even on the days no one sees it.
What's your take on this?
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Thank you Colin.
@TheHorse (238582)
• Walnut Creek, California
30 Apr
@LadyDuck I have flying airplanes in my blood, though I have never myself been a pilot. I enjoy watching videos of airplane near-disasters, When an airplane declares an emergency, the tower says."State your intentions." Not "State your motivation."
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@luisadannointed (11885)
• Philippines
27 Apr
I think motivation is more on the reward side not on emotional side.
Intention is something we must all have, lol! The intention to do things even if you do not feel like doing it.
I think being intentional is the best thing to have as a character or hobby.. so we can do a lot of things.
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@TheHorse (238582)
• Walnut Creek, California
26 Apr
Intention to me implies a short- or long-term goal, and the acts one plans to use to achieve it. Motivation is about the reward one receives from achieving said goal. Psychologists often refer to intrinsic v. extrinsic motivation. Intrinsic would be "I play piano because I love the pretty sounds I make. Extrinsic would be "I play piano because my parents said they would buy me a new bicycle if I can learn 'Fur Elise.'"
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