Topic 71: How to Stay Motivated

A1 - A2 (Beginner - Elementary)

1. What does motivation mean?

2. What makes you feel excited to do something?

3. Do you find it easy to stay motivated? Why or why not?

4. What helps you wake up in the morning feeling positive?

5. How do you feel when you complete a goal?

6. Do you think rewards help people stay motivated? Why?

7. Have you ever lost motivation to do something? What happened?

8. What is something that makes studying or working easier for you?

9. Do you think music can help with motivation? Why or why not?

10. Who is the most motivated person you know?

11. How do you stay motivated when something is difficult?

12. Do you think taking breaks helps motivation? Why or why not?

13. What is one goal you want to achieve this year?

14. What makes some people more motivated than others?

15. How do you feel when you finish an important task?

16. If you could give one tip to help someone stay motivated, what would it be?

B1 - B2 (Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate)

17. What are some common reasons people lose motivation?

18. How does setting goals help with motivation?

19. What is the difference between external and internal motivation?

20. How do successful people keep themselves motivated?

21. How does motivation affect productivity?

22. Do you think self-discipline is more important than motivation? Why?

23. How can a lack of motivation affect mental health?

24. What strategies help people stay motivated at work or school?

25. How do social media and technology affect motivation?

26. What role does exercise and a healthy lifestyle play in motivation?

27. How does failure affect motivation?

28. What is the best way to stay motivated over a long period?

29. Should companies be responsible for keeping employees motivated? Why or why not?

30. What are the benefits of having a motivation partner or mentor?

31. How can people find motivation when they don’t enjoy a task?

32. How do cultural differences affect motivation styles?

C1 - C2 (Advanced - Proficient)

33. How do motivation theories explain human behavior?

34. Can too much motivation be harmful? Why or why not?

35. What are the psychological and neurological processes behind motivation?

36. How does motivation differ between intrinsic and extrinsic rewards?

37. How do emotions influence motivation?

38. Should society place more importance on motivation or discipline? Why?

39. What is the relationship between purpose and motivation?

40. How does delayed gratification impact long-term motivation?

41. Can motivation be taught, or is it an inherent trait?

42. How do different leadership styles impact team motivation?

43. What is the role of motivation in personal growth and self-improvement?

44. Should motivation strategies be customized for different personality types? Why?

45. How does motivation change across different stages of life?

46. What are the ethical concerns surrounding motivational coaching and self-help industries?

47. If you could design the perfect motivational system, what would it include?

48. What would the world look like if everyone was highly motivated all the time?