Yes, play games to get things done.  This is a trick I have used the better part of my life-- I play mental games to get motivated, to raise the bar, and to make things happen the right way.  Here are some of the games I play:

• Just one more . . . With phone calls or work activities, just one more can make a big difference
• How many can I do . . . Logs can I split, push-ups can I do, or other "to-do" list items?  How many compared to last time?
• Round up bills . . . $35 monthly payment?  Make it $40 or $50-- pay less interest and get it paid off faster!
• Grades as playing cards . . .  In grad school, I used to think of my report card as a poker hand-- I always fought for aces . . .

"Gaming" things can help you-- set low targets (small successes lead to bigger successes), exceed them, reset them higher . . .

This post is derived from a post that originally appeared on DivorcedDadFrugalDad.com, here is the link to the original post, Play Games, Get Things Done.

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DDFD believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom.  He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship.  He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.