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Top 770 Motivation Keywords
Monthly search volume, CPC, competition and a 12-month trend for 770 motivation keywords, updated October 2026.
Motivation keywords are quotes, speeches, songs, images and the self-improvement terms people search when they need a push. Volume is high and steady; CPCs are low. YouTube channels, quote sites and coaches are the audience.
The list holds 770 keywords with a combined 81,816,240 searches a month. The most searched are focus (5,000,000), rituals (4,090,000), direction (2,740,000), values (2,740,000), aesthetics (2,240,000), meaning (2,240,000), cortisol (1,830,000), fitness (1,500,000), health (1,500,000) and motivation quotes (1,500,000).
Advertisers pay most for employee recognition programs ($7.47 a click), addiction recovery ($7.38 a click), debt reduction ($7.00 a click), collective efficacy ($5.10 a click) and medication management ($4.99 a click). 20% of the keywords in the list cost $1 or more a click, which marks the commercial end of the niche.
Demand is steady through the year: across the list, the busiest and quietest months are within 1.2x of each other. The trend column shows each keyword's own twelve months.
Volumes are global monthly averages from Google; CPC is the top-of-page bid in US dollars; competition runs from 0 (few advertisers) to 1 (many). Last refreshed October 2026. For any other keyword, the free search volume checker gives the same numbers, and the Keywords Everywhere extension shows them inside Google as you search.
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| No | Keyword | Search volume | CPC | Competition | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | focus | 5,000,000 | $0.09 | 0.01 | |
| 2 | rituals | 4,090,000 | $0.04 | 1.00 | |
| 3 | direction | 2,740,000 | $0.01 | 0.01 | |
| 4 | values | 2,740,000 | $0.14 | 0.00 | |
| 5 | aesthetics | 2,240,000 | $0.10 | 0.01 | |
| 6 | meaning | 2,240,000 | $0.01 | 0.01 | |
| 7 | cortisol | 1,830,000 | $0.02 | 0.22 | |
| 8 | fitness | 1,500,000 | $0.49 | 0.16 | |
| 9 | health | 1,500,000 | $0.65 | 0.08 | |
| 10 | motivation quotes | 1,500,000 | $0.02 | 0.20 | |
| 11 | motivational quotes | 1,500,000 | $0.02 | 0.20 | |
| 12 | dreams | 1,220,000 | $0.30 | 0.28 | |
| 13 | learning | 1,220,000 | $0.17 | 0.05 | |
| 14 | success | 1,220,000 | $0.05 | 0.01 | |
| 15 | development | 1,000,000 | $0.39 | 0.01 | |
| 16 | energy | 1,000,000 | $0.58 | 0.03 | |
| 17 | hope | 1,000,000 | $0.21 | 0.18 | |
| 18 | planning | 1,000,000 | $0.63 | 0.02 | |
| 19 | support | 1,000,000 | $0.37 | 0.02 | |
| 20 | transformation | 1,000,000 | $0.26 | 0.01 | |
| 21 | challenges | 823,000 | $0.12 | 0.00 | |
| 22 | discipline | 823,000 | $0.42 | 0.00 | |
| 23 | dopamine | 823,000 | $1.06 | 0.00 | |
| 24 | inspirational quotes | 823,000 | $0.02 | 0.44 | |
| 25 | mood | 823,000 | $0.10 | 0.11 | |
| 26 | progress | 823,000 | $0.03 | 0.01 | |
| 27 | therapy | 823,000 | $3.31 | 0.30 | |
| 28 | vision | 823,000 | $0.12 | 0.10 | |
| 29 | confidence | 673,000 | $0.14 | 0.01 | |
| 30 | consistency | 673,000 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 31 | curiosity | 673,000 | $0.34 | 0.00 | |
| 32 | discovery | 673,000 | $0.09 | 0.13 | |
| 33 | happiness | 673,000 | $0.13 | 0.01 | |
| 34 | legacy | 673,000 | $0.06 | 0.03 | |
| 35 | needs | 673,000 | $0.01 | 0.04 | |
| 36 | passion | 673,000 | $0.24 | 0.00 | |
| 37 | prayer | 673,000 | $0.03 | 0.11 | |
| 38 | strategy | 673,000 | $0.12 | 0.02 | |
| 39 | style | 673,000 | $0.06 | 0.06 | |
| 40 | joy | 673,000 | $0.07 | 0.05 | |
| 41 | adrenaline | 550,000 | $0.06 | 0.02 | |
| 42 | attitude | 550,000 | $0.17 | 0.06 | |
| 43 | autonomy | 550,000 | $0.10 | 0.03 | |
| 44 | grit | 550,000 | $0.01 | 0.19 | |
| 45 | healing | 550,000 | $0.37 | 0.00 | |
| 46 | justice | 550,000 | $0.08 | 0.04 | |
| 47 | perseverance | 550,000 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 48 | purpose | 550,000 | $0.13 | 0.01 | |
| 49 | role models | 550,000 | $0.36 | 0.02 | |
| 50 | ambition | 450,000 | $0.09 | 0.06 | |
| 51 | authenticity | 450,000 | $0.06 | 0.13 | |
| 52 | cognitive dissonance | 450,000 | $0.02 | 0.01 | |
| 53 | compassion | 450,000 | $3.47 | 0.05 | |
| 54 | coordination | 450,000 | $0.10 | 0.09 | |
| 55 | habits | 450,000 | $0.20 | 0.15 | |
| 56 | initiative | 450,000 | $0.03 | 0.01 | |
| 57 | inspiration | 450,000 | $0.22 | 0.01 | |
| 58 | maslows hierarchy of needs | 450,000 | $0.24 | 0.56 | |
| 59 | mission | 450,000 | $0.19 | 0.02 | |
| 60 | stress management techniques | 450,000 | $0.04 | 0.07 | |
| 61 | achievement | 368,000 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 62 | altruism | 368,000 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 63 | commitment | 368,000 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 64 | desires | 368,000 | $0.07 | 0.01 | |
| 65 | encouragement | 368,000 | $0.05 | 0.01 | |
| 66 | enthusiasm | 368,000 | $1.41 | 0.00 | |
| 67 | fulfillment | 368,000 | $1.21 | 0.09 | |
| 68 | gratitude | 368,000 | $0.03 | 0.01 | |
| 69 | persistence | 368,000 | $0.68 | 0.00 | |
| 70 | smart goals | 368,000 | $0.07 | 0.09 | |
| 71 | success factors | 368,000 | $0.52 | 0.11 | |
| 72 | awareness | 301,000 | $0.20 | 0.00 | |
| 73 | cosmology | 301,000 | $0.11 | 0.06 | |
| 74 | dedication | 301,000 | $0.11 | 0.12 | |
| 75 | effort | 301,000 | $0.16 | 0.00 | |
| 76 | faith | 301,000 | $0.02 | 0.01 | |
| 77 | incentive | 301,000 | $0.39 | 0.01 | |
| 78 | influence | 301,000 | $0.57 | 0.04 | |
| 79 | mindset | 301,000 | $0.11 | 0.07 | |
| 80 | optimism | 301,000 | $0.60 | 0.00 | |
| 81 | peak performance | 301,000 | $0.16 | 1.00 | |
| 82 | aspiration | 246,000 | $1.27 | 0.00 | |
| 83 | breathing exercises | 246,000 | $0.03 | 0.04 | |
| 84 | concentration | 246,000 | $0.40 | 0.00 | |
| 85 | courage | 246,000 | $0.12 | 0.01 | |
| 86 | endurance | 246,000 | $4.50 | 0.29 | |
| 87 | loyalty | 246,000 | $0.31 | 0.01 | |
| 88 | prioritization | 246,000 | $0.03 | 0.00 | |
| 89 | reinforcement | 246,000 | $0.06 | 0.02 | |
| 90 | time blocking | 246,000 | $0.56 | 0.01 | |
| 91 | wanderlust | 246,000 | $0.07 | 0.07 | |
| 92 | todo lists | 246,000 | $0.51 | 0.53 | |
| 93 | appreciation | 201,000 | $0.13 | 0.00 | |
| 94 | arousal | 201,000 | $0.04 | 0.01 | |
| 95 | assertiveness | 201,000 | $0.52 | 0.00 | |
| 96 | compensation | 201,000 | $4.76 | 0.02 | |
| 97 | enlightenment | 201,000 | $0.41 | 0.00 | |
| 98 | expectations | 201,000 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 99 | guidance | 201,000 | $0.09 | 0.07 | |
| 100 | habit formation | 201,000 | $0.55 | 0.00 | |
| 101 | neuroplasticity | 201,000 | $0.04 | 0.03 | |
| 102 | praise | 201,000 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 103 | recognition | 201,000 | $0.34 | 0.01 | |
| 104 | selfcare | 201,000 | $0.10 | 0.04 | |
| 105 | tenacity | 201,000 | $0.27 | 0.07 | |
| 106 | wellbeing | 201,000 | $0.39 | 0.16 | |
| 107 | pomodoro technique | 165,000 | $0.02 | 0.03 | |
| 108 | beliefs | 135,000 | $0.22 | 0.01 | |
| 109 | daily affirmations | 135,000 | $0.02 | 0.63 | |
| 110 | mindfulness meditation | 135,000 | $0.48 | 0.10 | |
| 111 | morning routines | 135,000 | $0.06 | 0.08 | |
| 112 | satisfaction | 135,000 | $0.03 | 0.00 | |
| 113 | selfassessment | 135,000 | $1.94 | 0.04 | |
| 114 | zeal | 135,000 | $0.38 | 0.02 | |
| 115 | adaptability | 110,000 | $0.66 | 0.01 | |
| 116 | contentment | 110,000 | $0.61 | 0.00 | |
| 117 | flow experience | 110,000 | $1.49 | 0.01 | |
| 118 | flow experiences | 110,000 | $1.49 | 0.01 | |
| 119 | flow state | 110,000 | $1.49 | 0.01 | |
| 120 | habit trackers | 110,000 | $0.11 | 0.78 | |
| 121 | life coaching | 110,000 | $1.11 | 0.30 | |
| 122 | personal efficacy | 110,000 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 123 | positive affirmations | 110,000 | $0.02 | 0.93 | |
| 124 | positive thinking | 110,000 | $0.05 | 0.18 | |
| 125 | selfefficacy | 110,000 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 126 | daily routines | 110,000 | $0.23 | 0.02 | |
| 127 | habit tracking | 110,000 | $0.11 | 0.78 | |
| 128 | selfhelp books | 110,000 | $0.02 | 0.86 | |
| 129 | affirmations | 90,500 | $0.02 | 0.45 | |
| 130 | determinism | 90,500 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 131 | free will | 90,500 | $1.46 | 0.17 | |
| 132 | hierarchy of needs | 90,500 | $0.65 | 0.24 | |
| 133 | peer influence | 90,500 | $0.44 | 0.00 | |
| 134 | productivity hacks | 90,500 | $0.03 | 0.06 | |
| 135 | selfcontrol | 90,500 | $0.11 | 0.00 | |
| 136 | time management techniques | 90,500 | $0.04 | 0.05 | |
| 137 | selfactualization | 90,500 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 138 | selflove | 90,500 | $0.46 | 0.13 | |
| 139 | exploration | 74,000 | $0.20 | 0.00 | |
| 140 | healthy habits | 74,000 | $0.24 | 0.11 | |
| 141 | motivational speakers | 74,000 | $2.08 | 0.12 | |
| 142 | selfdetermination theory | 74,000 | $1.18 | 0.01 | |
| 143 | motivation speakers | 74,000 | $2.08 | 0.12 | |
| 144 | action plan | 60,500 | $0.03 | 0.09 | |
| 145 | deep work | 60,500 | $0.05 | 0.59 | |
| 146 | healthy lifestyle | 60,500 | $0.37 | 0.04 | |
| 147 | maslows hierarchy | 60,500 | $0.04 | 0.65 | |
| 148 | motivation letters | 60,500 | $0.09 | 0.05 | |
| 149 | motivational interviewing | 60,500 | $0.33 | 0.05 | |
| 150 | selfconfidence | 60,500 | $0.04 | 0.04 | |
| 151 | emotional regulation | 49,500 | $0.46 | 0.07 | |
| 152 | historical figures | 49,500 | $0.20 | 0.00 | |
| 153 | intrinsic motivation | 49,500 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 154 | positivity | 49,500 | $0.06 | 0.01 | |
| 155 | professional networking | 49,500 | $1.16 | 0.01 | |
| 156 | selfdetermination | 49,500 | $1.64 | 0.00 | |
| 157 | animal care | 40,500 | $0.57 | 0.09 | |
| 158 | motivational speeches | 40,500 | $0.49 | 0.02 | |
| 159 | positive feedback | 40,500 | $0.68 | 0.00 | |
| 160 | positive reinforcement | 40,500 | $0.25 | 0.00 | |
| 161 | social identity | 40,500 | $1.89 | 0.00 | |
| 162 | vision care | 40,500 | $0.65 | 0.18 | |
| 163 | willpower | 40,500 | $0.21 | 0.12 | |
| 164 | selfconcept | 40,500 | $0.44 | 0.00 | |
| 165 | selfdiscipline | 40,500 | $0.03 | 0.02 | |
| 166 | buyer behavior | 33,100 | $0.77 | 0.03 | |
| 167 | buying behavior | 33,100 | $0.77 | 0.03 | |
| 168 | climate action | 33,100 | $0.18 | 0.42 | |
| 169 | dream big | 33,100 | $0.28 | 0.21 | |
| 170 | film motivation | 33,100 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 171 | inner peace | 33,100 | $0.18 | 0.03 | |
| 172 | motivational books | 33,100 | $0.02 | 0.91 | |
| 173 | motivational movies | 33,100 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 174 | smoking cessation | 33,100 | $1.15 | 0.13 | |
| 175 | weather prediction | 33,100 | $0.07 | 0.00 | |
| 176 | motivation books | 33,100 | $0.02 | 0.91 | |
| 177 | selfregulation | 33,100 | $0.07 | 0.06 | |
| 178 | bounce back | 27,100 | $0.68 | 0.15 | |
| 179 | civic engagement | 27,100 | $2.13 | 0.00 | |
| 180 | family history | 27,100 | $0.22 | 0.13 | |
| 181 | holistic health | 27,100 | $1.29 | 0.25 | |
| 182 | moral values | 27,100 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 183 | motivation videos | 27,100 | $0.43 | 0.01 | |
| 184 | personal growth | 27,100 | $0.21 | 0.01 | |
| 185 | productivity apps | 27,100 | $0.74 | 0.11 | |
| 186 | social structures | 27,100 | $3.00 | 0.00 | |
| 187 | transtheoretical model | 27,100 | $0.17 | 0.01 | |
| 188 | wildlife conservation | 27,100 | $1.18 | 0.06 | |
| 189 | motivation posters | 27,100 | $0.24 | 1.00 | |
| 190 | purposedriven life | 27,100 | $0.21 | 0.94 | |
| 191 | selfhelp | 27,100 | $1.47 | 0.06 | |
| 192 | artistic inspiration | 22,200 | $0.22 | 0.05 | |
| 193 | attribution theory | 22,200 | $0.16 | 0.00 | |
| 194 | behavioral psychology | 22,200 | $2.11 | 0.06 | |
| 195 | design inspiration | 22,200 | $0.21 | 0.06 | |
| 196 | emotional support | 22,200 | $2.86 | 0.08 | |
| 197 | extrinsic motivation | 22,200 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 198 | life goals | 22,200 | $0.49 | 0.01 | |
| 199 | money management | 22,200 | $1.47 | 0.25 | |
| 200 | motivation theories | 22,200 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 201 | motivation theory | 22,200 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 202 | personal values | 22,200 | $0.63 | 0.01 | |
| 203 | public safety | 22,200 | $0.49 | 0.01 | |
| 204 | study motivation | 22,200 | $0.48 | 0.00 | |
| 205 | selfmotivation | 22,200 | $0.06 | 0.05 | |
| 206 | selfworth | 22,200 | $0.04 | 0.02 | |
| 207 | action steps | 18,100 | $1.42 | 0.18 | |
| 208 | behavioral activation | 18,100 | $1.10 | 0.04 | |
| 209 | brand awareness | 18,100 | $1.07 | 0.04 | |
| 210 | career goals | 18,100 | $0.02 | 0.00 | |
| 211 | career planning | 18,100 | $0.23 | 0.05 | |
| 212 | employee recognition programs | 18,100 | $7.47 | 0.07 | |
| 213 | evolutionary psychology | 18,100 | $0.03 | 0.16 | |
| 214 | fixed mindset | 18,100 | $0.19 | 0.01 | |
| 215 | health promotion | 18,100 | $0.35 | 0.01 | |
| 216 | hygiene factors | 18,100 | $0.01 | 0.00 | |
| 217 | insect study | 18,100 | $0.47 | 0.00 | |
| 218 | leisure activities | 18,100 | $1.02 | 0.01 | |
| 219 | mental toughness | 18,100 | $0.04 | 0.05 | |
| 220 | patient care | 18,100 | $0.39 | 0.08 | |
| 221 | preventive health | 18,100 | $0.67 | 0.04 | |
| 222 | property investment | 18,100 | $1.21 | 0.31 | |
| 223 | social change | 18,100 | $0.80 | 0.00 | |
| 224 | tech innovation | 18,100 | $0.34 | 0.03 | |
| 225 | usability | 18,100 | $0.15 | 0.02 | |
| 226 | city planning | 14,800 | $1.97 | 0.03 | |
| 227 | coping strategies | 14,800 | $0.25 | 0.01 | |
| 228 | creative thinking | 14,800 | $0.50 | 0.02 | |
| 229 | curriculum design | 14,800 | $0.68 | 0.02 | |
| 230 | distance learning | 14,800 | $0.66 | 0.27 | |
| 231 | dream boards | 14,800 | $0.07 | 0.11 | |
| 232 | drive reduction | 14,800 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 233 | drive reduction theory | 14,800 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 234 | executive coaching | 14,800 | $3.36 | 0.32 | |
| 235 | expectancy theory | 14,800 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 236 | fear of failure | 14,800 | $0.07 | 0.00 | |
| 237 | life purpose | 14,800 | $0.11 | 0.03 | |
| 238 | motivational stories | 14,800 | $0.10 | 0.02 | |
| 239 | positive mindset | 14,800 | $0.24 | 0.17 | |
| 240 | quality improvement | 14,800 | $0.06 | 0.11 | |
| 241 | support groups | 14,800 | $1.87 | 0.08 | |
| 242 | work environment | 14,800 | $2.14 | 0.01 | |
| 243 | passion projects | 14,800 | $0.75 | 0.03 | |
| 244 | career coaching | 12,100 | $1.68 | 0.29 | |
| 245 | drive theory | 12,100 | $0.56 | 0.13 | |
| 246 | group dynamics | 12,100 | $0.47 | 0.01 | |
| 247 | humanistic theory | 12,100 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 248 | inspirational stories | 12,100 | $0.14 | 0.12 | |
| 249 | motivation music | 12,100 | $0.03 | 0.05 | |
| 250 | motivational music | 12,100 | $0.03 | 0.05 | |
| 251 | music motivation | 12,100 | $0.03 | 0.05 | |
| 252 | oral health | 12,100 | $0.39 | 0.28 | |
| 253 | peer support | 12,100 | $3.06 | 0.05 | |
| 254 | performance enhancement | 12,100 | $1.15 | 0.61 | |
| 255 | personal goals | 12,100 | $0.06 | 0.00 | |
| 256 | risktaking | 12,100 | $0.16 | 0.00 | |
| 257 | stress reduction | 12,100 | $0.04 | 0.19 | |
| 258 | study skills | 12,100 | $0.83 | 0.03 | |
| 259 | survival instincts | 12,100 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 260 | motivation in music | 12,100 | $0.03 | 0.05 | |
| 261 | appreciative inquiry | 9,900 | $1.00 | 0.10 | |
| 262 | belief system | 9,900 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 263 | belief systems | 9,900 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 264 | brain chemistry | 9,900 | $0.45 | 0.00 | |
| 265 | company culture | 9,900 | $0.33 | 0.08 | |
| 266 | cultural studies | 9,900 | $0.71 | 0.01 | |
| 267 | development plans | 9,900 | $0.50 | 0.01 | |
| 268 | equity theory | 9,900 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 269 | family support | 9,900 | $0.25 | 0.28 | |
| 270 | financial goals | 9,900 | $1.32 | 0.01 | |
| 271 | fitness goals | 9,900 | $0.54 | 0.01 | |
| 272 | giving back | 9,900 | $0.13 | 0.08 | |
| 273 | goal orientation | 9,900 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 274 | human behavior | 9,900 | $0.83 | 0.02 | |
| 275 | language development | 9,900 | $0.12 | 0.01 | |
| 276 | motivational interviewing techniques | 9,900 | $0.37 | 0.08 | |
| 277 | physiological needs | 9,900 | $0.05 | 0.00 | |
| 278 | reading motivation | 9,900 | $0.19 | 0.09 | |
| 279 | selfexpression | 9,900 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 280 | selftalk | 9,900 | $0.23 | 0.03 | |
| 281 | service excellence | 9,900 | $0.19 | 0.02 | |
| 282 | abundance mindset | 8,100 | $0.03 | 0.03 | |
| 283 | academic achievement | 8,100 | $1.38 | 0.00 | |
| 284 | daily motivation | 8,100 | $0.04 | 0.16 | |
| 285 | disease prevention | 8,100 | $1.69 | 0.00 | |
| 286 | emotional resilience | 8,100 | $0.26 | 0.03 | |
| 287 | emotional wellbeing | 8,100 | $0.55 | 0.02 | |
| 288 | fitness motivation | 8,100 | $0.02 | 0.06 | |
| 289 | goal setting theory | 8,100 | $0.29 | 0.00 | |
| 290 | habit stacking | 8,100 | $0.03 | 0.05 | |
| 291 | home ownership | 8,100 | $3.31 | 0.10 | |
| 292 | job enrichment | 8,100 | $0.34 | 0.00 | |
| 293 | learning strategies | 8,100 | $0.78 | 0.01 | |
| 294 | legacy building | 8,100 | $1.30 | 0.13 | |
| 295 | medication management | 8,100 | $4.99 | 0.12 | |
| 296 | motivation and technology | 8,100 | $0.00 | 0.00 | |
| 297 | motivational messages | 8,100 | $0.01 | 0.50 | |
| 298 | patient education | 8,100 | $2.66 | 0.01 | |
| 299 | performance coaching | 8,100 | $0.95 | 0.41 | |
| 300 | political activism | 8,100 | $0.00 | 0.00 |