Re:Ask HN: I lost my will to program. How can I get it back?
by maglos on Monday December 17, 2012 @01:36PM
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I wouldn't recommend using food as a reward. It sets food on a pedestal it does not deserve. Food is calories and nutrition that enables you to perform your best; glorifying it as a reward for accomplishment may set you up for failure down the road.
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Re:Ask HN: I lost my will to program. How can I get it back?
by jbrooksuk on Tuesday December 18, 2012 @04:00AM
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Like I said, works for me - I have a very high metabolism, so I don't get put on a lot of weight if I pig out with pizza once a week whilst I'm burnt out. You could try buying yourself that new watch you've always wanted. Anything which you feel is a reward.
Re:Ask HN: I lost my will to program. How can I get it back?
by maglos on Tuesday December 18, 2012 @07:52PM
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My sister is an olympic level athlete, food as a reward becomes a problem for many of her competitors. Rewards help cement a habit though, personally I use music when I require extra motivation and don't when I don't need it. Maybe consider going to a req center and soak in a hot tub as a reward or a day off.