Willpower : NPR

Audio interview great.....

"Willpower: Rediscovering the greatest human strength"

Authors Roy F. Baumeister and John Tierey have much to say about replenishing our willpower.Willpower

Coach Lou Holtz on MOTIVATION...

ABILITY is what you're capable of doing.

MOTIVATION determines what you do (allowing enough time, too).

ATTITUDE determines how well you do it (commit yourself and efforts).

So says Lou Holtz - Retired American football coach, active sportscaster, author, and motivational speaker.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Sean Covey says:

Be Proactive.
Begin with the End in Mind.
Put First Things First.
Think Win-Win.
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood.
Synergize.
Sharpen the Saw.

Fostering Motivation in Kids With Learning and Attention Problems - Survival Strategies

Fostering Motivation in Kids With Learning and Attention Problems - Survival Strategies | GreatSchools
I truly believe that the key to motivation is connection. More attention must be paid to developing the teen's strengths and interests. Each month, look for ways to promote and develop those interests by helping your teen to connect to his or her strengths and interests. Make sure to spend time listening to them. Suggest  opportunities for them to explore different jobs and careers. Consider arranging field trips; hopefully, a short-term internship or apprenticeship will evolve. Make a plan together. The sooner the better.

The Doodle - multi-sensory input at work