Progress Momentum
Additional motivation towards continuing an effort that comes from the feeling of satisfaction in seeing improvements as they happen
Progress on our goals leads to more positive emotions and more satisfaction with life, and can create a greater desire to continue the positive behavior
A principle reason that Progress Momentum is so powerful is because it tells you that your plan is working and the you are not wasting your precious time, and your resources are being well-spent on the effort.
Preconditions for progress momentum:
Goals
Goals are clear, so progress and results are made clear, either on-going or as a final product
Feedback
Results and improvement data is needed in order to establish that progress is indeed occurring
Continuation
Forward movement towards goals must be possible, otherwise all motivation is lost
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dont-delay/200806/goal-progress-and-happiness