Momentum

In the landscape of personal development, a pervasive myth suggests that high achievement is the product of an unyielding, passionate internal drive. This perpetual fire propels individuals through obstacles without fatigue. This cultural narrative venerates "motivation" as the primary driver of success, implying that those who fail to achieve their goals simply lack the requisite desire. However, a rigorous examination of human psychology and neurobiology reveals that this reliance on motivation is fundamentally flawed. Motivation is not a stable trait; it is a transient neurochemical state, subject to the vicissitudes of circadian rhythms, blood glucose levels, emotional volatility, and environmental stimuli.