Spark vs. Fuel
Motivation is often described as this temporary event that gets a fire started.
What is a "spark"?
This type of motivation comes from external rewards or avoiding punishments, such as probation or job mandates.
What is extrinsic motivation?
A daily routine or behavior that becomes automatic over time through repetition.
What is a habit?
The reading suggests having motivators spread across multiple areas of life rather than relying on just this number.
What is one?
The reading defines determination as "firmness of purpose" or this quality meaning to push through obstacles.
What is resoluteness (or persistence/grit)?
Unlike motivation, which comes and goes, habits and determination act as this for long-term recovery.
What is "fuel"?
This type of motivation comes from within, driven by personal values, self-respect, and internal satisfaction.
What is intrinsic motivation?
True or False: You should wait until you feel motivated before taking action on a recovery goal.
What is False? (Action creates motivation, not the other way around).
Name two different life areas where someone can identify motivators for recovery.
What are: Family/Relationships, Health, Career/Finances, Personal Growth, Independence, Legal.
Motivation is about how you *feel*, but determination is shown through this.
What are your actions / behavior?
This emotional reaction after a setback might spark initial motivation, but it quickly wears off over time.
What is guilt (or shame/fear)?
"I am staying clean so my officer doesn't drug test me" is an example of this type of motivator.
What is extrinsic?
This term describes replacing an unhealthy default behavior with a healthier structure (e.g., attending group weekly).
What is establishing a routine/habit?
The primary risk of having only *one* reason to stay clean (for example, "just for my partner").
What is: if that relationship struggles or ends, your entire motivation collapses.
When a craving or trigger hits, determination helps a patient focus on this timeframe rather than just the immediate moment.
What is the long-term future / consequences?
This is the main danger of relying *only* on motivation to stay sober.
What is: motivation fluctuates/fades when feelings change.
"I am staying clean because I want to wake up feeling peaceful and proud of myself" is an example of this type of motivator.
What is intrinsic?
High-performing individuals (like athletes) rely on this strategy on days they don't feel like practicing.
What is sticking to their schedule/habit regardless of mood?
A motivator related to how you view yourself and your character falls into this life category.
What is Self-Esteem / Personal Growth?
Complete the sentence: "Motivation gets you to the starting line, but ____ gets you across the finish line."
What is determination/discipline (or habit)?
According to the reading, when you don't "feel" like going to a meeting or doing recovery work, you must rely on this.
What is habit (or discipline/routine)?
While extrinsic motivators often get someone into treatment, this type of motivation is required for long-term recovery.
What is intrinsic motivation?
Name two daily or weekly habits that help insulate someone against a sudden drop in motivation.
What are: group/meeting attendance, reaching out to support, morning routine, journaling, regular sleep.
This term describes having a well-rounded foundation of 5–10 different reasons to stay clean across all life areas.
What is a Motivator Network (or Multiple Motivators)?
Describe one practical tool a person can use in a crisis when their determination is being tested.
What is calling support, reviewing written motivators, using coping skills, or playing the tape through?