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self-motivation vs self motivation

Both "self-motivation" and "self motivation" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Self-motivation" is the hyphenated form and is commonly used when referring to the ability to do things without being influenced by other people. On the other hand, "self motivation" without the hyphen is also correct and can be used in a more general sense.

Last updated: March 22, 2024

self-motivation

This is a correct construction and commonly used in English.

Use "self-motivation" when referring to the ability to do things without being influenced by other people.

Examples:

  • Her self-motivation helped her achieve her goals.
  • Self-motivation is key to success.
  • He lacks self-motivation to complete the project.
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative and self-motivation;
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative and self-motivation,
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, service-orientated culture, team-spirit and self-motivation,
  • OK, think of this as extreme self-motivation.
  • their personal belief that they lack adaptability skills, including most importantly, self-motivation and the ability to learn.
  • We are not taken in: the 'development' referred to is a front for the self-serving motivations which have dominated this dismantling of the Lomé agreements.
  • This empowerment enhances self confidence and motivation and in a regional context can contribute significantly to a regional identity.

Alternatives:

  • intrinsic motivation
  • personal drive
  • inner motivation
  • self-determination
  • self-discipline

self motivation

This is a correct construction but less commonly used than "self-motivation".

Use "self motivation" without the hyphen in a more general sense.

Examples:

  • She found her self motivation to start a new business.
  • Self motivation is important for personal growth.
  • He lacks self motivation to pursue his dreams.
  • OK, think of this as extreme self-motivation.
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative and self-motivation;
  • their personal belief that they lack adaptability skills, including most importantly, self-motivation and the ability to learn.
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative and self-motivation,
  • Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, service-orientated culture, team-spirit and self-motivation,
  • We are not taken in: the 'development' referred to is a front for the self-serving motivations which have dominated this dismantling of the Lomé agreements.
  • This empowerment enhances self confidence and motivation and in a regional context can contribute significantly to a regional identity.
  • Whatever their motivation, those in the United States who reject multilateralism must know that such an approach contains a depressing element of self-fulfilling prophecy.
  • Analysing, reinforcing and disseminating findings on how digital competences can assist groups at risk-of-exclusion and improve their self-esteem, self-confidence, autonomy and motivation to re-connect to learning
  • (d) increase the motivation of individuals and communities and enable them to assume their responsibilities and become more self-reliant;
  • tailoring the message to the individual target groups, focusing on the specific motivations of the various age groups (e.g. in the case of young people, performance and self-image);
  • Stresses that by providing them with knowledge and skills VET and higher education and training can improve young people's motivation and optimism as well as help them build their self-esteem;
  • Considers that, among the tasks performed by social workers, particular importance should be given to activities aimed at increasing motivation to undertake work, education or economic activity with a view to becoming independent and self-sufficient;
  • increase the motivation of individuals and communities and enable them to assume their responsibilities and become more self-reliant;

Alternatives:

  • self-drive
  • personal motivation
  • individual motivation
  • self-inspiration
  • self-encouragement

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