Motivation - Why Do We Do What We Do

I've been wondering why we do what we do, i.e. what is the motivation for what we do.

It all started when I asked someone if they could do something for me. They agreed and so, as is my nature, I responded with enthusiastic gratitude. Admittedly it was probably a tad over the top but you know that's me. Unfortunately, this did not appear to be well received and it made me question myself.

Should I change who I am and tone down my enthusiasm and positivity?
Should I not take the trouble to thank people when I'm genuinely grateful for their help?
Should I start being more cynical about other people?

Having mulled it over a little, I think not. I may now be a "politician" (still makes me chuckle, I mean, me, seriously?!), but I'm still determined to be me.
For the most part, I'm friendly, kind, generous, loving, compassionate, enthusiastic, hard working, caring, genuine, loyal, faithful, thankful and passionate about serving others to the best of my ability. I'm saying these things about myself admittedly but they have also come from the perception of others.

Just to be even handed I am also very impulsive, impatient, loud, over dramatic and have a tendency to be a bit giddy but that's me. Oh and probably my biggest fault is believing that I can change the world and assuming that everyone else cares as much as I do!

I will not compromise on who I am, so if people have a problem with that then ... whatever!

In the meantime why do I get involved in some things? Generally, I get involved because something touches my heart. Someone may tell me an anecdote about what they do which just gets me and then I will do all I can to help.

I go to work initially because I need the money and I have bills to pay but it goes deeper than that. I love my job because I get to be a part of something massive that helps 1,000's of people. There's passion, faith and belief there.

I am aware, however, that there are some people around who do things with less than pure motives and I just hope that even though I'm in politics, I'll stay true to who I am and to my principles.

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