Motivation

Motivation is a big part in getting something that you want, but there are so many things that can motivate you. Things that normally motivate me is the feeling of winning, or getting something in return for succedding. For example, winning a basketball tournament. How would I motivate myself to win? I would picture how great the feeling would be to know that you are better than all of the teams, that you won over everyone else. That your team is the best of the best. Another motivation would be that you get a trophy in return. Then you would always have that trophy to remind yourself of how great you did in the past, and that the feeling is remarkable. I think most people do put themselves before others most of the time, but it's not necessarily a bad thing. What if it's the difference between life and death? Wouldn't you rather stay living? There's always that thought in your mind telling you, "Put others before yourself", but sometimes you have to listen to your heart intstead of your mind. This can be recalled as being selfish, but to me, it's standing up for yourself.