(1) Identify some reward, like a type of candy, that merely thinking about consuming triggers the pleasure centers of your brain. (2) Set a 25 minute or so timer. Setting the timer will be your cue. (3) When the timer is on just work on your project. (4) If you succeed in just doing the project when the timer is on take your reward immediately after the timer goes off. (5) At various times during the day think about how your cue eventually results in the reward.
Identify some reward, like a type of candy
I have an internet connection. With it, I've surrounded myself with superstimuli. What could I possibly offer myself as a reward that's better than what I'll have if I stop working?
I have a master's project I'm having trouble working on. It's something I've wanted to do, and I even started working on, long before I started my master's degree. If I can't even enjoy that, then I'm doomed to spend eight hours a day doing something I hate for the rest of my life. Even if I manage to improve my willpower, I doubt I'll be very productive doing something I don't want to do.
Does anyone have any idea how I can enjoy working more?