Jackson Dalby's Motivational Theory
You get extra motivation when someone says you're gonna fail. It's like they're giving you a free pass to be a total pain in the ass.
My dad said I'd never beat him at video games. I did. He said I probably used a hack.
My teacher said I'd fail the test. I got an A. She said I probably cheated with a cheat sheet.
My mom said I'd never win the race. I did. She said I used a superpower.