What makes an action positive or negative? Not how it looks, not whether it is big or small, but it is the positive or negative motivation that is behind it. No matter how many teachings that you have heard, to be motivated by ordinary concerns, such as a desire for greatness, fame or whatever, is not the way of the true Dharma.

“I just couldn't motivate myself to go to a job. I have bouts of emotional troubles.”

“I don't sell myself short. I'm very motivated and consider myself a hard worker.”

“We played our worst ball of the year up there. That was all the motivation we needed tonight.”

“Its been a wonderful challenge. Challenges motivate me. I've been absolutely pleased to come on.”

“A teacher who is attempting to teach without inspiring the pupil with a desire to learn is hammering on a cold iron.”

“Before impugning an opponent's motives, even when they legitimately may be impugned, answer his arguments.”

“I am convinced that the majority of people would be generous from selfish motives, if they had the opportunity.”

“He will give us the attitude I am looking for and will add his experience and motivation to the squad.”

“The earnings so far are not inspiring but it's the guidance people are looking at, not the numbers, and this has not been wonderful.”