Intrinsic motives v. extrinsic motives.

First, go read this article. Done? Good.

I want to consider things in my life based on this comparison. For example: workout routines. Do I really want to run on a treadmill for several hours a week? Do I intrinsically enjoy it? FUCK no. I have extrinsic motives, certainly - I want to lose weight, I want to be more fit - but I hate the activity itself.

On the other hand, I really, truly enjoy going to the climbing gym. I also have extrinsic motives - getting fit, losing weight, improving the conditioning of my joints - but I derive joy just from going climbing. It's fun. It's challenging. It's childlike. Therefore, climbing is a good workout routine.

How about hiking? There are definitely intrinsic motives for hiking - I like being outdoors, I like being alone (or just with Shadeaux), I like the accomplishment of choosing a route & then completing it, & I like the views. Extrinsic motives are there as well: I feel like you have to be outdoorsy to some extent in order to fit in, here in Colorado. I like having hiking stories to tell other people for that reason. And the normal fitness motives. Hiking is pretty clearly a good workout routine.

How about yoga? That's less clear-cut. I generally enjoy yoga, at least when the instructor doesn't get too hippy-dippy. But I'm definitely there mostly for the results. However, the results can include feeling better while doing the class. Intrinsic? Extrinsic? I'm not sure.

What other things can I assess this way? Here's a checklist:

• My job
  
• My marriage
  
• My church
  
• The Whole30

Other things I should check on? Now taking suggestions.